Need a super simple dessert idea? Crepes are a great solution!

We don't have dessert too often, but sometimes we just feel like something sweet.  Crepes are the perfect solution.  I always have the ingredients on hand and they can be made on the spur of the moment.  

This is a simple recipe I've used for years.  It brings back memories of Paris where they can be purchased from street vendors - freshly made in front of you with a splash of lemon juice and sprinkle of sugar, then folded in four.  

Crepes for Two

1 egg

1/2 cup flour

1/2 cup milk

2 tsp. oil

Beat egg.

Add flour, milk and oil.  Continue beating.  

Mixture should pour easily and be about the consistency of a cream soup. Add a bit more milk if required.

Heat a non-stick pan until quite hot.  

Holding pan in air, pour 1/4 cup of batter onto surface.  

Rotate pan so batter swirls around into a large circle.  When batter no longer moves, place pan on stove for 1-2 minutes.  Check underside. When nicely browned, flip for 30 seconds.

Makes four small crepes.

Serve with lemon juice and a sprinkle of sugar. Fold in four.

OR...

Set up a buffet of fillings: different kinds of ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate and caramel sauces, maple syrup, sliced bananas, a bowl of berries...  

This can be a relaxed, very social "gather around in the kitchen" type dessert - lots of fun!  

Crepes for Six

3 eggs

1  1/2 cups flour

 1  1/2 cups milk

2 tablespoons oil

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