2 c. flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
3 eggs, separated
1 3/4 c. milk
1/2 c. melted shortening
1/2 c. cooked, pureed pumpkin
3/4 c. chopped pecans

Sift together, flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks, then combine with milk, shortening and pumpkin. Add to flour mixture. Beat egg whites until stiff; fold into batter. Pour onto hot waffle iron. Sprinkle with 3 tablespoons pecans, then cook.

Makes 4 servings.