Belgian Waffles

Shared with me by: Flo C (former neighbor)

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs, separated
  • 1 c. milk
  • 1 c. heavy cream
  • 1-3/4 c. all-purpose unbleached white flour
  • 2 Tbls. white sugar
  • 1/4 t. salt
  • 2 t. baking powder
  • 3 Tbls. butter, melted
  • 1 Tbls. + 1 t. grated lemon rind
  • Fresh fruit (blueberries, strawberries, etc.)
  • whipped cream or Truwhip (a healthier version of Cool Whip)

Instructions

Separate egg yolks and whites. Beat egg whites (on highest speed) until stiff and set aside. Rinse off beaters and refrigerate egg whites until ready for use.

Beat egg yolks in bowl. Stir in milk and cream.

Blend in flour, baking powder and salt and stir until smooth.

Stir in lemon rind and butter.

Fold egg whites into batter and mix well. Pour batter onto waffle iron to cook.

NOTE: Serve with fresh fruit and whipped cream.