Name: Buckwheat-Rye Pancakes
Yield: Makes 16–18 large
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup buckwheat flour or whole wheat flour; 1/2 cup rye flour or whole wheat flour; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 4 large eggs; 3 cups buttermilk; Unsalted butter (for griddle); Pure maple syrup (for serving)

Photo by Christopher Testani

A combination of whole-grain flours gives earthy, nutty complexity (read: tons of flavor) and a satisfying bite to these delicious pancakes. Make a big batch of the mix to keep on hand, or pack some up to deliver to a friend.

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