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Rustic Campfire Bannock on a Stick
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15-20 minutes
Servings: 6
Echoes of the North
Bannock is more than just bread; it's a taste of history, a staple for voyageurs, trappers, and Indigenous peoples across the vast Canadian wilderness. This recipe takes you back to basics, using a simple dough and the elemental magic of fire to create something truly satisfying.
Materials
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup lard or cold butter, cubed
- 1 1/2 cups cold water
Preparation
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the lard or butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually stir in the cold water until a soft, shaggy dough forms. Do not overmix.
Cooking
- Divide the dough into 6 equal portions.
- Roll each portion into a long rope, about 1-inch thick.
- Wrap the dough rope around a clean, whittled hardwood stick.
- Hold the stick over hot coals (not open flame), turning it slowly and evenly until the bannock is golden brown and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes. It should sound hollow when tapped.
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