Crunchy Pecan Waffles with Banana-Pecan Syrup and Strawberry Sauce

Name: Crunchy Pecan Waffles with Banana-Pecan Syrup and Strawberry Sauce
Yield: serves 4 to 6
Ingredients: 1/2 cup pecans; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 6 tablespoons light-brown sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 4 large eggs, separated and at room temperature; 6 tablespoons butter, melted, plus more for waffle iron; 3 tablespoons cold butter; 2 cups well-shaken buttermilk; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1 cup pecan halves; 2 bananas, sliced; 1 1/2 cups maple syrup; 1 recipe Strawberry Sauce (recipe follows); 1 quart strawberries, hulled and sliced; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup water; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; (makes enough for 4 to 6 waffles)

December 9, 2011

Gina: These delicious waffles are crispy, full of flavor, and loaded with crunchy pecans. You can serve them the traditional way, with syrup and butter, or jazz them up with sautéed bananas and/or fresh strawberry sauce. Either way, it’s an unforgettable way to begin the day.

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