Yeasted Waffles

Yields 6 servings (about 16-20 waffles)

1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
2 cups flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk, barely warmed
5 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

The night before, whisk together the yeast, flour, sugar, and salt. Mix in the milk, butter, and vanilla. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and allow to sit overnight at room temperature.

In the morning, the dough will have bubbled and risen slightly. Mix in the eggs and baking soda.

Make the waffles according to your waffle iron's manufacturer's instructions. Cook waffles until they are golden brown (it's okay to peek). The different shades of brown will give you varied textures: lightly golden will yield a moist and tender waffle, darker will yield a very crunchy waffle.