my first foodie blog post--yayy!

What follows is a simple, delicious waffle that is super good for ya, and definitely satisfying--especially for those of you who have a sweet tooth at breakfast.

Start with a good canvas:  I highly recommend Van's waffles for an excellent pre-made waffle choice.  Making your own everything is always better, but most of us don't have the time to do every single step from scratch.  So if ever there were a shortcut to take, it is these!  They are chock-FULL of nutritious grains, contain no artificial ingredients, and are by far the most delicious waffles I have ever tasted (I'm talking specifically about the berry variety of Van's--they are made with berries and spices).

Grab a bag of frozen berries (I used blackberries--blueberries, strawberries, raspberries or mixed are all equally acceptable choices--the possibilities are endless!).  I say frozen because they are usually cheaper, and you won't have to worry about them spoiling the way fresh fruit would. 

Place the berries (about a cup and a half?) in a saucepan and begin heating them up.  In a side dish, mix just a bit (around a half teaspoon) of cornstarch (flour will do also) with about a cup of water, and a couple teaspoons of brown sugar.  Mix this and pour over the berries, continuing to heat them.  The berries will, upon heating, release their natural sugars and become soft and extra juicy.  The cornstarch serves as a thickening agent (so you can--please--toss that crappy, imitation maple syrup or jelly you were using before you became so savvy) which will allow the berries to form a sauce, which can be poured warm over your waffles after you toast them.

Want an even more indulgent kick? Buy a little carton of Whipping Cream. Pour about a cup into a dish, sprinkle in a tablespoon or two of powdered sugar, and using an electric mixer, beat for about three to five minutes until the cream thickens. Place a spoonful on top of your waffles, and enjoy the homemade, natural, healthy deliciousness of it all--and all in about fifteen minutes or so. Who says convenience foods have to be crappy foods? I say eating should be an indulgent treat and a nutritious boost, all at the same yummy time :D