Norwegian Vafler (waffles) INGREDIENTS: 2
cups flour
4
tsp. baking powder
½
tsp. salt
¼
cup sugar
2 eggs ½
cup vegetable oil
2 cups milk (I sometimes sub in buttermilk) 1
tsp. vanilla
METHOD: Mix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl In a separate bowl, separate the egg whites and beat until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, mix together the egg yolks, milk, oil and vanilla. Stir slightly. I like to do this step in one large Pyrex measuring cup.
Add to dry ingredients and mix. Gently fold in egg whites. Pour ¼ cup of the batter onto the waffle iron, close and cook in waffle iron on medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes or until light brown. (Follow instructions for your waffle iron. You may need more or less batter.) You can use a spatula to spread it evenly in the iron. Serve with whipped cream, crème fraiche or sour cream. Traditional toppings include lingonberry jam, brown cheese, fresh fruit, sour cream and fresh berries. Serves about 4-6 people and makes approximately 6 waffles. I half the recipe for my husband, daughter and myself. Nyte! (Enjoy!)
Wine Wisdom Chelsey Malstrom, Seven Sisters Spirits, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Ranga Ranga Sauvignon Blanc This New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc starts out with plenty of lemon and lime zest on the nose, followed by great ripe golden apples. Mild peach and nectarine notes follow through on first sips. This wine is a little more relaxed than a typical New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. In the lakes area, we would classify this as a “patio pounder” — very easy drinking! This pairs well with anything that has a citrus marinade and is a perfect wine to serve for all your spring and summer entertaining. Special Norwegian pairing: Grilled steelhead trout with a horseradish crema. Evolution Big Time Red Blend This blend from Dundee, Oregon, starts out with toasted coconut and leather on the nose accompanied by lovely notes of roasted plum. This wine is very light but still has plenty of structure and tannins with a beautiful finish of stewed cherries and vanilla. This would be a perfect paring for grilled pork chops. Special Norwegian pairing: Scandinavian meatballs with rutabaga mashed potatoes.
Cheers! Chelsey Malstrom INSPIREDHOMEMAGAZINE.COM
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