Basic Waffles

By Addie

These are fluffy crisp waffles with enough body to hold up when topped with creamed chicken or meat. They freeze well too.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 Tablespoon sugar
• 3 eggs, separated
• 3/4 cup dairy sour cream
• 3/4 cup sweet milk or buttermilk
• 1/4 cup lard or vegetable shortening, melted
• 1/4 cup butter, melted

Preparation

Step 1

Sift dry ingrediemts together. Beat egg yolks, sour cream, and milk. Add to dry ingredients, alternating with fats cooled to room temperature. Stir until batter is smooth and free of lumps. Fold in egg whites beaten stiff.

Cook waffles according to instructions for your waffle maker. Serve with syrup. honey, jam, etc. Makes 4 waffles.