Waffles Anyone?

[Steve Frederick]

I got razzed by the folks at the Camp ADK Tear-Up, about my failed waffle attempt.

I have a seasoned C/I waffle iron..
Anyone got a good method/recipe?
I need to perfect the deal by fall for the Fall Tear-Down.
I may just have to make breakfast for Dave and Kate, to redeem myself!!

[Joseph]

I didn't actually look at it, but I'll bet you need to season it a bit more. Forget vegetable oils - use bacon grease or butter. I've got a cast-iron skillet that has a better non-stick surface than Teflon!!

Joseph

[Chris C]

Steve,

"Been there, done that"!!!!!!!!! Just make sure the iron is seasoned enough. Also, make sure you brush a little Crisco on the surface just before pouring in the batter. Oh yes, make durned certain the griddle is hot enough. If you put a drop of water on the surface, it should instantly turn into steam. That's about 400 degrees.............just right for waffles. Good luck and great eatting.

[Steve Frederick]

Yeah Joseph! I just took it out of the box on Thursday, seasoned it once, then attempted the waffles on Friday. I'll season it a couple more times, then try again! I still need a recipe/method though!
It took me a few trys to get a good waffle with the electric at home!

[Chris C]

Okay, here ya go................right out of my archives! (My favorite cookbook, "The Joy of Cooking")

Sift before measuring: 1 3/4 cups cake flour
Resift with: 2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
Beat well: 3 egg yolks
Add: 2 to 7 tablespoons melted butter
1 1/2 cups whole milk
Beat until stiff, but not dry: 3 egg whites



If ya don't like these, I've many more recepes...........

Golden Yam or Squash, Buttermilk, Sour Cream, Bacon-Cornmeal, Chocolate, and even a French Toast Waffle.

[Joseph]

Also, make sure you brush a little Crisco on the surface just before pouring in the batter.

Butter works and tastes better, plus it's better for you. All the flap about trans-fatty acids? Look it up and there's a picture of Crisco.

Joseph

[Steve_Cox]

Hey Steve,

The hotter the better before putting the mix in the waffle iron. But that part I bet you knew. If you want to test your "iron skills" on a proven mix that makes pretty good waffles I'd recommend Aunt Jemima, The Original Pancake & Waffle Mix (about $1.99 for 32 ounces). Fresh tasting and tender, this is one of the best among the old-fashioned add-eggs-and-milk mixes. I don't like the just add water mixes much, they tend to taste a little flat. Good Luck!

[Chris C]

Also, make sure you brush a little Crisco on the surface just before pouring in the batter.

Butter works and tastes better, plus it's better for you. All the flap about trans-fatty acids? Look it up and there's a picture of Crisco.

Joseph

You are correct, Joseph. My mistake. I stand corrected.

[Ma3tt]

Looky Looky

[DRYVEM]

I have a question on these waffle irons. I am looking for one to purchase. Should I look for one with wood or metal handles? And... do you flip the iron during the cooking process? Thanks!


Barbara

[Ira]

The solution is 2 little words:

Eggos and toaster.

[Ma3tt]

I have three cast iron waffle makers, my favorite to cook with is a wagner low base, I have a griswold high base that takes a while to heat up but still cooks well and my favorit to look at is a higly collectable Keen Kutter that has a wonderfully hard pattern to clean out!

Cooking instructions

- Heat till water dances on the cooking surface.
- Spray oil on both sides every waffle (CAUTION spray will flame up and burn your eyebrows
- poor on a bit of batter (practice will teach you how much)
- Imediately flip it cook one minute flip cook another minute (adjust as needed)
- First one is called the Dog because that is who gets it

[Chris C]

I have a question on these waffle irons. I am looking for one to purchase. Should I look for one with wood or metal handles? And... do you flip the iron during the cooking process? Thanks!


Barbara

Whatever handle you prefer is fine..................neither has any effect on cooking. Yes, you flip...........halfway through.

[DRYVEM]

Matt and Chris,

Thanks for your help. My search continues.


Barbara

[Steve Frederick]

Matt and Chris,

Thanks for your help. My search continues.


Barbara

Yeah! Thanks!
Two mistakes! So far!
1, I didn't spray/coat iron w/oil/butter!
2, I didn't flip the iron after the batter was added.
Probable #3, not hot enough!

Gonna rain this weekend, I'll do some R&D on the porch, over my camp stove, just to keep it "real".