Place yeast and sugar in a small bowl or jug.

Add 5 fl oz (¼ pint) LUKE warm water.

Mix and leave to froth

Sieve flour and salt into a bowl.

Rub in lard.

Make a ‘well’ in the centre. Pour in the yeast mixture.

Mix, using a wooden spoon, add more warm water if needed to make a soft, not sticky dough.

Beat with wooden spoon until the mixture is smooth.

Cover with cling film/tea towel and leave to double in size.

Knead lightly until smooth (a good 5 mins or more, take care not to add too much flour!)

This dough is now ready for use.