If you've noticed a curious proliferation of pancake recipes flying across your Facebook, Twitter and Instagram newsfeeds today, here's a tip why: It's Shrove Tuesday.
Traditionally, Shrove Tuesday (aka Pancake Day) is known for the eating of pancakes before the start of Lent. Why pancakes? They are made out of the main foods available—sugar, fat, flour and eggs—whose consumption was historically restricted during the ritual fasting.
Whether you observe Lent, Mardi Gras or neither, chances are you can appreciate a good pancake. If you're interested in making breakfast for dinner tonight, local recipe test-site Food52 served up seven variations this morning that should appeal to your family's palates.
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But if you're less a homecook and prefer the role of happy guinea pig, we thought we'd put it to a poll: Who Makes The Best Pancakes In Carroll Gardens? Answer below, or tell us how you really feel in the comments section.