Step 1

Spray UNHEATED heart-shaped or traditional waffle iron with cooking spray; then heat waffle iron. Or heat waffle iron; then grease with vegetable oil or shortening. Stir all ingredients except pecans and Topping until blended. Stir in pecans.

Step 2

Pour onto center of hot waffle iron. Close lid of waffle iron.

Step 3

Bake about 5 minutes or until steaming stops. Carefully remove waffle.

Step 4

Serve with Toppings.Yields: three 9-inch traditional waffles

Step 5

Toppings: Orange Cream: Stir 2 tablespoons frozen (thawed) orange juice concentrate into 3/4 cup frozen (thawed) whipped topping until blended.

Step 6

Sauteed Apples or Pears: melt 2 tablespoons margarine or butter in 10-inch skillet over medium heat; add 2 apples or pears, sliced. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender.

Step 8

Heat 1 cup honey, 1 three-inch stick cinnamon and 5 whole cloves to boiling in 1-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.

Step 9

Remove from heat; let stand 15 minutes; strain.High Altitude: (3500-6500ft): No Changes