Fried Johnnycakes(Virgin Island Native Recipe) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. shortening

Preparation

Sift flour, baking powder and salt.
Cut in shortening.
Add water; make stiff dough.
Knead until smooth.
Roll 1/4-inch thick. Cut in rounds; prick with fork; fry in hot deep fat.
Serve hot.