Catholic Recipe: Waffles

    INGREDIENTS

  • 2 eggs
  • 3 Tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 cup table cream
  • 1-1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon sugar
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • Details

  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Difficulty: • •
  • Cost: $$$$
  • For Ages: 11+
  • Origin: Sweden

In Sweden, the Feast of the Annunciation (or Lady Day) is known as Vaffeldagen (Waffle Day) since they serve waffles on this day. Swedish waffles are usually made on heart shaped waffle irons, but any type will do.

DIRECTIONS

Beat egg yolks. Add melted butter and cream alternately with sifted dry ingredients. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites. Bake on hot waffle iron until well browned.

Recipe Source: Cooking for Christ by Florence Berger, National Catholic Rural Life Conference, 4625 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310, 1949, 1999
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