Cornmeal waffles

Directions

1. 1
   Put the cornmeal in a saucepan and pour the boiling water over it.
2. 2
   Stir in the salt and shortening.
3. 3
   Set the saucepan in a basin of simmering water and cover.
4. 4
   Let cook, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove from the heat.
6. 6
   Beat the egg yolks and add them to the cornmeal mixture, stirring.
7. 7
   Sift together the flour, baking soda and baking powder.
8. 8
   Blend the milk with the buttermilk and alternately add this and the flour mixture to the cornmeal mixture.
9. 9
   Beat the egg whites until stiff and fold them into the mixture.
10. 10
    There should be about four and one-half cups.
11. 11
    Add the mixture, an appropriate amount at a time, to the surface of an electric waffle iron.
12. 12
    The volume will depend on the size of the iron.
13. 13
    Cover and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.