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Word of the Day - Bannock

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bannock

Pronunciation: /ˈbanək/
noun
A round, flat loaf of bread, typically unleavened, associated with Scotland and northern England.

Origin
Old English bannuc, of Celtic origin; related to Welsh ban, Breton bannac'h, banne, and Cornish banna a drop.

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Now, all you budding bakers out there should know that if you add some potato to your dough, your bannock could become a fadge, and you would be welcome in the kitchen in Northern Ireland. Adding some raisins and plenty of butter, you would emulate the Selkirk Bannock enjoyed by Queen Victoria. Bake or fry then cut a wedge and have a scone with your tea.

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