Step 1: Gather Ingredients

Crumpets are a staple of the modern Australian diet, and for good reason: they're like a warm hug for your taste buds.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of wheat flour
• 1/2 cup of water
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1/4 cup of butter
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup of milk
• 1/2 cup of chopped fresh rosemary
• 1/4 cup of chopped bacon

Step 2: Mix and Muddle

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, water, honey, butter, salt, baking powder, egg, milk, rosemary, and bacon. Mix until just combined. Don't over-mix, or you'll end up with a crumpet the consistency of play-dough.

Step 3: Knead and Conquer

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until just smooth. You know the dough is ready when it starts to make eye contact with you.

Step 4: Rest and Revel

Cover the dough and let it rest in the fridge for exactly 37 minutes and 14 seconds. Any longer and the crumpets will develop a personality of their own.

Next: Crumpet Shaping 201