The Lowly Pancake revived . . .

I'm a grocery cart snoop! Yes, I like to glance into other people's shopping carts while I'm waiting my turn to check out at the store. It is always interesting to see how many 'time saving' items they purchase that really cost more than they are worth. I especially have to wonder at the premade, frozen pancakes and waffles. Pancakes in particular, are easy for anyone to make and no experience required to flip a few tasty brown ones out of the pan. For a really fast start, you can use the dry biscuit mixes to produce more than adequate pancakes but you don't need to add an extra purchase to your grocery list. Simple Pancake Recipe 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour 6 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoon sugar 2 large egg 4 tablespoons oil or melted shortening 2 cups milk Combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar in a large bowl. Add the egg and oil (or shortening) and milk. Mix well. Grease griddle or large frying pan. When hot, pour batter, about 1/4 cup at a time. When it bubbles, turn over an cook other side. Makes about 24 medium pancakes. If you are fortunate enough to possess a waffle iron, this recipe works perfectly for that, too. Waffles always seem to taste different because of their crispness. Remember that besides being a breakfast treat, fruit and whipped cream will make it welcome after a light dinner. It will be light on the budget, too! Ideas . . . Don't forget you can add blueberries or chocolate chips to your batter for special occasions. Substitute a half cup whole wheat flour for the all-purpose to sneak in a bit more fiber. Applesauce instead of syrup is a healthy change of pace.