The soft, white Bap is really an import from France where the traditions of bread-making are probably even more diverse than those of England.
But cut and toasted they make an excellent addition to our afternoon tea ‘toasts’ along with crumpets and the Sally Lunn.
Just one final recipe to add to this list, and that is the English Muffin. Essentially it is the same batter as the Crumpet but with less liquids to give a firmer, more mouldable dough.