Waffles

 

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons shortening
• 2 eggs, separated
• 1 cup milk 

 

In a large bowl mix together flour, salt, baking powder and sugar. Cut in shortening until mixture is very fine. Add egg yolks and milk. Beat until batter is just smooth. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold egg whites into batter. Preheat waffle iron to desired temperature. Ladle the batter into a preheated waffle iron. Cook the waffles until golden and crisp. Serve immediately. Makes 8 waffles Printable Recipe Tip: Double the recipe and make extra for freezer. Reheat in toaster.