The Eggo Waffle Shortage

Since we're in the midst of the Great Waffle Shortage of 2009, I thought I'd post my waffle recipe. I'd love to credit my source; I only remember it was a magazine.

Pancake & Waffle Mix

• 3 1/2 C. flour (I use half wheat and half all-purpose.)
• 1/4 C. sugar
• 4 tsp. baking powder
• 2 tsp. baking soda
• 1 tsp. salt

Mix ingredients in large bowl with a whisk. Store up to 3 months. Makes 4 cups of mix.

I triple the mix and store it in an empty cracker tin.

For Mix Waffles:

Place 1 Cup mix in bowl. Beat in second bowl 1 egg, 1 Tbsp. melted butter, 3/4 Cups buttermilk, 1/4 tsp. vanilla. Stir wet mixture into dry mixture until just combined.

For Mix Pancakes:

Place 1 Cup mix in bowl. Beat in second bowl 1 egg, 1 Tbsp. melted butter, 1/2 Cup buttermilk, 1/2 Cup milk, 1/4 tsp. vanilla. Stir wet mixture into dry mixture until just combined. Let rest 2 minutes.

I usually substitute vegetable oil for melted butter and vinegar & milk for buttermilk.

I bake our waffles with a Black & Decker Belgian Waffle Maker and our pancakes on an extra large griddle.

I hope this helps others survive this terrible waffle crisis. ;)