WE ALL look forward to Shrove Tuesday.
Not only is it an excuse to gorge on delicious pancakes for dinner but it also an incredibly cheap way of feeding the family.
However, one expert has revealed that people regularly make a mistake on Pancake Day that could cost them up to £300 to repair.
Not so cheap after all, ey!
Plumbing experts at Rated People are warning homeowners of the damage that pouring leftover pancake mix down the drain can do to homes.
After perfecting the ultimate pancake flip, it might be tempting to wash away leftover pancake mix in the kitchen sink – but the flour, oil and fat in the mixture can result in blocked or burst pipes, which could cost homeowners around £300 to fix.
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The experts explain: “Pancake batter contains flour, fat and oil and this is a recipe for disaster when it comes to drains as it can quickly harden in pipes and lead to blockages and burst pipes which can be costly to repair.
“Leaking or fully burst pipes caused by increased pressure from blockages can cause damage to your property and possessions, which means fixing the broken pipework could only be part of the repair cost.
“Whether it’s a plastic or copper pipe, the solution will likely involve replacing the section of the pipe that’s damaged.
“Fixing a burst water pipe that’s easy to access will cost around £150, but with no visible access, the job is trickier and that can set you back by around £300 on average. Those hard-to-locate leaks are where a plumber’s expertise is even more valuable.”
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So rather than dumping your batter in the sink – the plumbing experts say there are plenty of alternative solutions…
Freeze leftover batter
Portion control can be tricky, and you can only store homemade batter in the fridge for up to two days. So, if you are pancaked out, and don’t fancy going for round two the next day, you can freeze the batter for up to three months.
Simply store it in an airtight container or freezer bag and place in your freezer. Make sure you thoroughly defrost the mixture in the fridge before using it, and if the mixture separates a little in the freezing process, this is nothing to worry about – just mix it really well before cooking.
Use it for Yorkshire puddings
Pancake mixture uses the same recipe as Yorkshire puddings, so you can use the remaining batter to create a batch of Sunday roast Yorkies and then just pop them in the freezer until you need to use them.
Fakeaways
If you want to create an at-home version of a traditional fish and chips takeaway, then hold onto your batter. By coating a piece of cod in your pancake mixture and deep frying (or shallow frying it) you can use up that leftover batter to create a delicious evening meal.
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Dispose in food waste bin
If your batter didn’t turn out as the recipe promised (we’ve all been there) then wait until it’s cool and then tip it into a food waste bin. Be sure to check that your local authority accepts this type of food in the waste first though.
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