WILD RICE PECAN WAFFLES

Wild Rice Pecan Waffles image

My mother found this recipe and shared it with me. It has become a favorite of my family's - especially when the waffles are served with my dad's homemade maple syrup.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 5-6 waffles (about 6-1/2 inches).

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs, separated
2/3 cup milk
1/4 cup canola oil
1-1/2 cups cooked wild rice
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks, milk and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. In another bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Fold in the rice and pecans., Bake in a preheated greased waffle iron according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 615 calories, Fat 38g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 149mg cholesterol, Sodium 599mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 15g protein.