Old Fashion Waffles and Cinnamon-Flavored Hot Chocolate

EASY HOMEMADE WAFFLES
2 eggs, separated
1 cup milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp salt
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 cup melted shortening (canola oil, please!)
Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
In a mixing bowl, blend the egg yolks, milk, flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add the shortening but do not overmix. Fold in the egg whites and mix well with a fork or lightly with a whisk.
Very lightly grease the waffle iron and pour in about a half cup of batter. Close lid and cook according to your iron's instructions. Repeat until you have used all the batter.
Serve with butter, your favorite syrup, fresh fruit, etc to suit your diet and taste.
CINNAMON FLAVORED HOT CHOCOLATE
One of the things we have always enjoyed is hot chocolate. And I, personally, love it flavored. Try this recipe that also uses brewed coffee for a real tasty hot drink.
2-oz (2 1-oz squares) unsweetened baking chocolate
2 tbsp very hot water
1 cup whole milk
2/3 cup sugar (now that I am a diabetic I use Splenda)
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups brewed coffee
2 cups hot whole milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Whipped cream for topping, if desired
Chocolate shavings for garnish, if desired
Melt the chocolate with the hot water and 1 cup of whole milk in the top of a double-boiler over hot water. Add the sugar, cinnamon, and salt, mixing well. Stir in the coffee. Heat the mixture for 5 minutes. Add the vanilla extract to the hot whole milk and add to the chocolate mixture; beat until frothy. Pour into cups and garnish with the whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.
Serves 6.