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  • July 20, 2011 11:59 pm

    real deal Waffles

    i haven’t eaten a waffle in 20 years. why waste the calories on a tasteless flour bomb ?  but….. after sampling the one served at brunch at FINO ( yeah ! i’m biased ) - i  had to indulge in a double stack of my own !

    chef jason’s mom shared her recipe with FINO !  thanks june ! the belgian-style waffle batter includes yeast - and is proofed overnight. the result is an incredibly light & airy interior - rich flavor & crispy crust. it comes smothered with whipped orange butter - topped with marcona almonds & served with maple syrup. well worth every calorie !

    …or skip the butter & syrup and top with a side order of yogurt-fresh fruit-pistachio & honey

    of course these waffles taste great sitting on the patio at FINO - sipping a pomegranate mimosa. but if brunching at home is your thing…….we happily pass on the recipe:

    Goodnight Waffles 

    The night before:

    Combine and let stand 10 minutes…

    ½ cup warm water

    1 tablespoon sugar

    1 packet active dry yeast 

    Stir in…

    2 cups warm whole milk

    ½ cup melted butter

    1 teaspoon salt 

    Beat in~~ until smooth…

    2 cups flour 

    Wrap bowl tightly with plastic wrap, let stand out on the counter overnight. 

    ~Smiling happily the next morning~

    Turn on waffle iron and stir into mixture…

    2 eggs

    2 teaspoons vanilla

    ¼ teaspoon baking soda 

    Cook until golden brown and delicious. 

    ~Enjoy~

    check out full brunch menu at finoaustin.com.    see you at FINO !