Waffles with Ham, Gruyere and Maple-Mustard-Apple Sauce

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Waffles with Ham, Gruyere and Maple-Mustard-Apple Sauce

Ingredients

For the Waffles:

  • 2 eggs, separated
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 Tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt 
  • ¼ cup melted butter

For the Topping:

  • 1 pound thinly shaved ham
  • 8 oz. Gruyere cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup applesauce
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup coarse grain mustard

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine egg yolks and milk. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt. Stir in melted butter. In a medium bowl, whip egg whites until stiff. Fold into batter. Prepare waffles according to waffle-maker directions.

Combine applesauce, maple syrup and mustard in a small bowl. Season with salt if desired. Top waffles with a pile of ham and some of the shredded cheese. Place under the broiler for 2 minutes. Top with sauce.