3 eggs
1 1/2 c. buttermilk
1 3/4 c. plain flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening

Heat waffle iron. Beat eggs, then beat in remaining ingredients with rotary beater until smooth.

To use waffles for dessert, use this topping: 1 quart sliced strawberries or 2 packages frozen sliced thawed and drained strawberries in chilled bowl. Beat 1 cup chilled whipping cream and 2 tablespoons confectioners sugar until stiff. Top waffles with strawberries and whipped cream.