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Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup unbleached, all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup water, approximately
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • Corn or safflower oil for greasing pan

Method

  • In a bowl combine eggs and flour with a wire whisk.
  • Blend with milk, making sure to eliminate all lumps.
  • Add water and butter.
  • Batter should have the consistency of light cream.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least an hour or overnight.
  • When ready to prepare crepes, check consistency of batter and add additional water if necessary.
  • Lightly grease a heavy skillet with a few drops of corn or safflower oil.
  • Heat over medium flame until a drop of water sizzles.
  • Using a ladle, gently pour about three tablespoons of batter into the pan, swirling the pan quickly so that the entire bottom is covered with the thinnest possible layer of batter.
  • Cook for less than one minute, until golden brown.
  • Then, using a spatula, flip the crepe and cook the other side for less then 30 seconds.
  • It is not necessary to add oil after each crepe is prepared.
  • Eat immediately with butter and jam or stack on a plate and store, covered with plastic wrap, in the refrigerator for up to three days to be reheated with a filling of choice later.
  • Some fillings like sliced Gruyere or ham may be added to the crepes as the second side is cooking.
  • Stuffed crepes should be folded into the center from the top and bottom.