Instructions: In large bowl, combine flour, pecans (if using), baking powder and salt.

Whisk together egg yolks, milk, sweet potato, butter and orange rind; pour over dry ingredients. Stir together just until moistened.

In separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; beat in sugar until stiff peaks form. Stir about half into potato mixture; fold in reminder.

Using 1/3 cup for each waffle, pour onto heated nonstick or lightly greased waffle iron; cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until golden brown and waffle iron stops steaming. (Or cook in lightly greased skillet for about 3 minutes per side or until puffed and golden brown.)

Makes 12 waffles

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