Tea is served simply....

In my lifetime I don't remember a time when tea wasn't apart of our everyday. This tea pot and china belonged to my mother. It was used often and I find great comfort in getting it out today. The pattern of the china is easily recognized, Petit Point by Royal Albert. Mom was known for her love of china and generously passed much of it on to me.
The recipe I bring to you was given to me by, once again, my mom. She brought it home from a trip to Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. We have enjoyed this cookie quite a bit and they don't last long. Grab a cookie and a cup of Constant Comment with me!! We add cream and sugar to make it perfect!!

Oatcakes

2 1/2 C. oats

2/3 C. brown sugar

1/2 t salt

1/4 t baking soda

1/4 C. cold water

3/4 C. butter

Mix first five ingredients well by hand. Cut in shortening. Add water sparingly. Mix forming into a ball. Place on a bed of crushed bran flakes (or flour). Roll less that 1/4 " thick. Cut in diamond shapes. Bake at 375 for 15 minutes.