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==Blini batter==
==Blini batter==
 
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#'''batter''' Using a spatula stir the flour and egg yolks into the leavening.  Leave at room temperature for 1 hour
#'''batter''' Using a spatula stir the flour and egg yolks into the leavening.  Leave at room temperature for 1 hour
#'''egg whites''' Whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt (large pinch if not serving with something salty) and beat until still. Carefully fold into batter and use as soon as possible
#'''egg whites''' Whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt (large pinch if not serving with something salty) and beat until still. Carefully fold into batter and use as soon as possible
#'''to cook''' Heat a heavy frying/crepe pan well and brush with (clarified) butter. Put 6-8 tsps of batter well spread out with plenty of space between. Cook for 30 seconds on each side, turning with a palette knife.  Drain on kitchen paper.  Cook the remaining batter in batches.


<small>''The Roux Brothers on Patisserie'' Michel & Albert Roux</small>
<small>''The Roux Brothers on Patisserie'' Michel & Albert Roux</small>