And then I made turkey bacon and pancakes (Bisquik) and we all actually sat down and ate breakfast together IN OUR OWN HOME!
Amazing, isn't it?
We tend to do breakfast together on the weekends, but we almost always end up eating out. Which we do enough on the weekends in general, I'd say.
I've never been one of those moms who make pancakes or waffles from scratch, but I am starting to contemplate it as a money-saver. If I can make a batch or two and freeze them, shouldn't I be able to toast them up later just as easily as I would if they were generic-supermarket-brand or Eggos? I hear about that all the time, and think, really? ME? Could I do that? And then I say, ha. Really? ME? Nah. I'd never.
But after a simple breakfast this AM, where we were able to stay in our PJs and remain unshowered (me) I kind of like the idea. And so maybe, just maybe, I'll give it a shot! Anyone have any from scratch waffles or pancakes or whatever else you can think of recipes for me? I mean, I even HAVE a waffle-maker. It's about 8 years old, but I still have it! And I
Watch out, world! I'm a Domestic Diva in the making! [Stop laughing. I can see you laughing. Oh, yes. I CAN.]
I have started make waffles (from a mix) on Sundays. I make two batches and freeze a bunch for heating up in the toaster during the week. My son cooks one and then puts peanut butter on it and eats it on the way to the bus. That way I know he is getting something to eat in the morning.
ReplyDeleteI make pancakes and freeze them all the time. They heat up well. I want a waffle iron though.
ReplyDeleteI make multiple recipe of both and freeze them. I prefer the waffles frozen because I like my waffles on the crispy side and they do that so well in the toaster. Here's the waffle recipe I have been using for several years now:
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You must use buttermilk. I use 2t. vanilla and 1 T. of sugar. There's something about the cornstarch and the fluffiness that is divine. Strawberries and whipped cream are yummy on these.
If you want absolute decadence, melt 1/4 c. butter. Once melted, add 1/2 c real maple syrup and whisk until well combined and serve over waffles or pancakes. If you have leftovers, just put in the fridge and use microwave to reheat.
I use a box mix like Bisquick or Hungry Jack for pancakes in general. I don't have time to do the from scratch stuff. Someday...just not today. Someday I'll be the perfect mom. But for now, I'm just proud of myself for not doing the frozen stuff all the time.
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I forgot--these are for both pancakes and waffles. If I have an orange, I add orange peel. I always add vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg, whether the recipe calls for it or not.
ReplyDeletePancakes are the best breakfast food!
ReplyDeleteI'm not laughing...you're doing great!
ReplyDeleteOnly 1 of my 3 kids likes pancakes or waffles! What! Are they crazy? They all prefer eggs anyday! At least that is fast and easy. Holly
ReplyDeleteA domestic diva indeed. We also have a waffle maker AND a donut maker in the far reaches of some dark cupboard that hasn't seen daylight for goodness only knows how many years. Thank goodness we both prefer toast or cereal.
ReplyDeleteWow- go you pancakes and waffles from scratch, Impressive! LOL!
ReplyDeleteFabulous! I love stuff made from scratch! I just don't love making it from scratch! LOL!
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