Favorite Griddle Cakes.

8 slices bacon, cut in half and cooked

2 cups flour

2 tablespoons baking powder

3 tablespoons sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 eggs, beaten

1-1/2 cups milk

3 tablespoons oil or bacon drippings

Combine dry ingredients, add eggs and milk.

Cook bacon until done but not dry. Move bacon aside to accommodate griddle cakes.

Using a half slice of bacon for each cake, pour batter over bacon onto hot griddle.

Turn the cakes when they begin to look dry around the edges.

Cakes should be light, tender and golden brown i color.

Serve hot, directly from the griddle to plate.

Serve with syrup, honey or preserves, if desired.

Makes 16 cakes.