Lemon Ricotta Cornmeal Waffles

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 2 cups milk

Directions

1. Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer's directions.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, eggs, melted butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Slowly stir in the milk, stirring until the batter is smooth.
6. Spray the preheated waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray.
7. Scoop the batter onto the waffle iron and cook according to manufacturer's directions.
8. Serve waffles hot with butter and syrup.

Interesting Facts

• Ricotta cheese is a type of cheese made from whey, which is a by-product of cheese making.
• Cornmeal is a type of flour made from ground corn.
• Lemon zest is the outermost layer of the lemon rind and is packed full of flavor.