Keeping it Simple (KISBYTO): Waffle

Saturday, June 29, 2013

National Waffle Iron Day Update 2013

By Terry Orr

Waffle irons originated in Belgium during the 14th century. These early contraptions consisted of two metal plates hinged together. The plates were then attached to a long pole, which allowed the cook to hold the iron over an open fire. In 1869, a man named Cornelius Swarthout patented the first American waffle iron. This device was designed for cooking waffles over the burner of a wood or gas stove. Fifty years later, General Electric began producing the first electric waffle irons for everyday use. (Source: Punchbowl.com)

Waffle Irons come in all sorts of sizes and shape – with many different patterns to satisfy most people – but I suspect we will see even more in the coming months and years ahead.

Here are a variety of Waffle Irons:

National Waffle Iron Day – 2011

National Waffle Iron Day – 2012

(Photos from Google)

Thursday, June 28, 2012

National Waffle Iron Day – 2012

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By Terry Orr

What is a Waffle?

A waffle is a batter- or dough-based cake cooked in a waffle iron patterned to give a distinctive and characteristic shape. There are many variations based on the type and shape of the iron and the recipe used.

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Waffles are eaten throughout the world, particularly in Belgium and the United States. Common toppings are strawberries, chocolate, sugar, honey, syrups, ice cream, and pieces of other fruits. (Wikipedia)

A waffle iron comes in many shapes and sizes – and they have been around for hundreds of years. Last year we shared history of the waffle iron.

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Waffles are one of those fun foods to make and eat. There seems to be an unlimited number of recipes, toppings, and foods to go along with Waffles. One such variation is a dinner time with fried chicken (my grandson Evan enjoys this meal).