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Try these whole-grain waffles that are a great source of fiber for breakfast or dinner. 

  • 1 ½ c. whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
  • 1 T. baking powder
  • ½ tsp. ground cinnamon                                                
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ½ c. milk
  • 1/3 c. butter or margarine, melted
  • 2 T. brown sugar

Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer's directions.

In a medium bowl whisk together dry ingredients. In another bowl beat together eggs, butter, and milk. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir until combined.  

Ladle the recommended amount of waffle batter onto the iron according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Close iron top and cook until the waffle is golden on both sides and is easily removed from iron. Serve immediately or keep warm in a 200 degree F oven until ready to serve.

Can also add chopped apples to batter.  Can freeze waffles and toast to reheat.

Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving:

  • Calories:  471
  • Fat:  22 g
  • Carbohydrate:  58 g
  • Protein:  15 g
  • Saturated Fat:  5 g
  • Cholesterol:  115 mg
  • Fiber:  8 g
  • Calcium:  361 mg

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