Raised Waffles

Directions

1. 1
   Use a rather large mixing bowl the batter will rise to double its original volume.
2. 2
   Put the water in the mixing bowl and sprinkle in the yeast.
3. 3
   Let stand to dissolve for 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Add the milk, butter, salt, sugar, and flour to the yeast mixture and beat until smooth and blended.
5. 5
   (I often use a hand rotary beater to get rid of the lumps.)
6. 6
   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let stand overnight at room temperature.
7. 7
   Just before cooking the waffles, beat in the eggs, add the baking soda, and stir until well mixed.
8. 8
   The batter will be very thin.
9. 9
   Pour about 1/2 to 3/4 cup batter into a very hot waffle iron.
10. 10
    Bake the waffles until they are golden and crisp.
11. 11
    This batter will keep well for several days in the refrigerator.