Makes 4 quarts of wonderful mix to give as gifts or use yourself. You could combine this with the Blueberries with orange liqueur & lavender recipe found here. This recipe would be relatively easy to make with organic ingredients.
Ingredients:
8 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups buckwheat flour
1 cup corn flour
1/2 cup stone ground cornmeal
1/2 cup instant oatmeal, powdered in blender
2 cups buttermilk powder
5 tablespoons baking powder
2 tablespoons baking soda
1/4 cup vanilla powder
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
3 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons malt powder (optional)
In an extra large bowl, using a strong wire whisk, blend all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, buckwheat flour, corn flour, cornmeal, powdered oatmeal, baking powder, baking soda, vanilla powder, sugar, salt and malt (if using). Place mix into four 1 quart jars (you may need to tap the bottoms to get it all to fit) and store in a cool, dry place for up to one year. NOTE: Whole wheat flour can go rancid if it gets too warm, so it may be a good idea to refrigerate this mix if you do not have a very cool place to store it. Please refrigerate this mix until used.
Gift tag instructions: To use this mix, follow these instructions:
1 cup Ultimate Pancake and Waffle Mix
1 egg
1/2 to 2/3 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
In a medium bowl, stir pancake mix with water, egg and vegetable oil. Add more water, if necessary, to make a medium thickness batter.If using as waffle batter, double recipe and follow manufacturer's directions for your waffle iron. Make pancakes in the usual fashion.
FRESH BERRY SYRUP
For something quick, yet special, to go with your your Ultimate Pancakes, I suggest making your own fresh syrups when fruits are in season or from frozen fruits. Simply wash and prepare which ever fruit you are going to use. Place in a small pan, with a tight fitting lid. Note: I do not recommend making this in the microwave. Too hard to control the heat. Pour a small measure of honey over the fruit. You don't need much at the outset. You can always add more later if you want sweeter syrup.
Turn heat to medium and stir occasionally as fruit and honey heat up. Once it starts to bubble, cover and turn the heat to low and simmer for 5-8 minutes. Do not let burn. DO NOT ADD WATER. There is plenty of liquid in the fruit.
Mash fruit with fork or other utensil, and return to heat for just a minute or two. If you want chunky, just serve at this point. If you want to, you can strain into a clean jar. The syrup will not be thick, but it will be good!!! Any that is left will save for up to 10 days in the 'fridge.
I have used the following: Peaches, Blueberries, Cherries (you need to pit those), blackberries, mango, strawberries, raspberries, kiwi, and pineapple. My favorite is blueberry with a squeeze of fresh orange juice. Use your imagination to come up with your own combo. A sprinkle of toasted pecans on the peach is unbelievable!
