Just did the stupidest thing!

I am not good with pastry but if a particular method or recipe works for you don't change it.

Ah that would make all the difference Merlotgran thanks. Of course because I thought I was using S/R that's why I ended up with a pancake ?.
It turned out great the second time.

Sounds delicious Tanith - well worth the wait! x

Sorry tanith - brain not in gear tonight. I add a tspn of baking powder to the flour.

I always use SR too, but my suet crust is always for steamed steak and kidney pud.

I always use S/R for suet crust , I'm wondering how you could make it with plain as it was flat hard and not brown. I'm going to have to look to see how I should of done it.
Merlotgran could you kindly tell me how you do yours?

DM used to use half and half, SR and plain.

I think I used to use plain for making dumplings in the dim and distant past when I didn't need to watch my weight.

I always use plain flour for pastry even with suet.