Even in wartime, holidays had to be celebrated. Recipes were adapted due to wartime shortages so holidays would still be special times with traditional foods to share with friends and family.
Easter Biscuits
- 6 oz.plain flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 level tablespoon dried egg, DRY
- 1 ½ level teaspoons mixed spice (a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, & allspice, similar to US Pumpkin Pie Spice)
- 2 oz. margarine and lard, mixed
- 2 level tablespoons sugar
- Cold water to mix
- Method:
- Mix flour, salt, egg, and spice. Rub in fat and add sugar. Mix to a stiff dough with cold water and roll out thinly. Cut into shapes and bake in a moderate oven (375°F) until crisp and golden brown. If liked a little chopped dried fruit may be added to this mixture [or used for decoration].
From Easter “Food Facts Leaflet” from the Ministry of Food 
