Basic Waffles Recipe

• 1 pint flour
• 1 pint buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon melted shortening
• 1 teaspoon of soda dissolved in a teaspoon of hot water

1. Mix flour, buttermilk, salt, and shortening. Beat until perfectly smooth.
2. Just before cook the batter, add the soda and hot water.
3. Heat the waffle iron and oil thoroughly.
4. Pour the batter in each compartment and heat until golden.

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