The proof is in the pudding with this delightful Old favorite Treacle tart.

Ingredients:

50g (2oz) Fresh White Breadcrumbs

140g (5oz) Rich Short Crust Pastry

6 tbsp Golden Syrup

1 Lemon (zest only)

1 tsp Lemon Juice

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C; 400°F: Gas 6.
2. Put the syrup into a saucepan with the breadcrumbs, lemon rind and juice and heat gently until just melted.
   Allow the mixture to cool.
3. Roll out the dough and line an 8 inch baking dish.
4. Pour in the syrup mixture.
5. Roll out the dough trimmings and cut into long, narrow strips.
6. Arrange them in a lattice pattern over the filling.
7. Bake for 25 to 30 min or until the pastry is slightly browned.
8. Serve hot or cold.
   Serves 4