Simple Yeasted Waffles

Directions

1. 1
   In a small pot over medium heat, combine milk and butter until melted and hot but not simmering.
2. 2
   Stir in sugar and salt; remove from heat and let cool to lukewarm.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup warm water and yeast.
4. 4
   Let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Add warm milk mixture to yeast and stir.
6. 6
   Whisk in flours.
7. 7
   Cover with plastic wrap and let stand until doubled in volume, 2 to 3 hours at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator.
8. 8
   Heat waffle iron.
9. 9
   Whisk eggs and baking soda into waffle batter.
10. 10
    Using a pastry brush or paper towel, lightly coat iron with melted butter.
11. 11
    Cook waffles (using about 1/2 cup batter per waffle) until golden and crisp.
12. 12
    Butter the iron in between batches as needed.
13. 13
    Serve waffles immediately as they are ready, or keep them warm in a 200-degree oven until ready to serve.