Flummery, or Sowan's Jelly

Ingredients

• oatmeal or groats
• hot water
• cold water

Directions

1. Boil oatmeal or groats in hot water for some time.

2. Set aside to sour for several days.

3. Add more hot water and strain through a fine sieve.

4. Let the water rest until a white flour settles at the bottom.

5. Pour off the water and wash the flour with cold water.

6. When ready to use, boil the flour with water, stirring as it cooks until it becomes jelly.