Pumpkin Waffles

2 ½ c. Flour
1 T. Baking powder
2 tsp. Cinnamon
1 tsp. Ginger
½ tsp. baking soda
½ tsp. Salt
½ tsp. Nutmeg
¼ tsp. cloves
4 Large eggs
2 c. Buttermilk*
1 c. Canned pumpkin
½ c. Brown sugar
¼ c. Unsalted butter (melted)
1 tsp. Vanilla

Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, baking soda, salt, nutmeg and cloves and set aside
In a large bowl whisk together eggs, buttermilk, pumpkin, brown sugar, butter and vanilla until well blended
Whisk in flour mixture and blend until smooth
Cook in waffle maker and serve warm with buttermilk syrup or topped with warm pears spiced with cinnamon and sugar


*You can also make your own buttermilk by adding 1Tbsp. of vinegar or lemon juice per cup of regular milk. Stir and let sit for a few minutes then stir again before using.