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In large bowl, stir together yeast and water.
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Let stand five minutes then add warm milk, butter, salt, and sugar.
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Stir in flour until the batter has a slightly elastic consistency.
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Cover and let stand 45 minutes.
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Stir in dissolved soda, cover, and let rise 20 to 30 minutes.
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Grease griddle and heat over medium-low heat.
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Drop batter by 1/4 cup onto griddle, spacing 2 inches apart.
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Reduce heat to low, cover griddle and cook crumpets until tops look dry, about 15 minutes.
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They will look a little gummy, but will be done; do not turn over.
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Repeat until batter is used up.
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Toast before serving.