b'14 15SPICED WAFFLESWITHGRILLED FIGSIN BALSA MIC SYRUPWaffles If youre after a special breakfast or brunch, this is 2 free-range eggs something different. A bit of effort for a delicious (only 1 if making pancakes) return. It can be simplified by turning it into pancakes.3 /cup self raising flour, sifted41 or 2 star anise, ground Separate egg yolks from whites. Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form.1 cup milk or buttermilk1 tbsp butter melted Gently mix remaining waffle ingredients (including egg yolks). Do not over mix or the waffles - or pancakes - 1 tbsp white sugar will be tough.Pinch of salt VERY gently fold the egg whites through the batter.Butter up a heated waffle iron (if using) and pour on enough batter for one and cook, turning to brown the Topping opposite side. Repeat to make several waffles.4 fresh figs, cut in half In the meantime, melt butter in a frying pan. Dip the Butter for grilling cut side of the figs into sugar and place onto frying pan cut side down. Cook until the cut surface is caramelised. 1/cup balsamic vinegarJust prior to lifting them off, douse with the balsamic 4 and lemon juice, and cook off the acidity, add sugar. 2-4 tbsp caster sugar, to taste If the balsamic evaporates too quickly, add more but 1/2 lemon, zest & juice ensure acidity is cooked off. Dust figs and syrup with lemon zest, then lift out figs before they overcook.Plain Greek yoghurt Serve figs over waffles and drizzle with syrup. Add a Pistachios roasted & lightlydollop of yoghurt and nuts.crushed (optional)'