notbob wrote:
>
> My question is: What the Hell is a Belgian waffle and why have they replaced
> good ol' American waffles and why the heck can't I find one single new
> American waffle patterned waffle iron!??
>
> Seriously, is a Belgian waffle a different animal, recipe wise, from the
> classic American waffle (CAW) and so requires the different waffle pattern?
> Or is it just some sort of foo-foo marketing ploy to wow red-state'rs?

If by a CAW you mean the cold rubbery things served in American waffle
and pancake houses, you are better off with the hot crisp and far
tastier Belgian waffles.
The thicker Belgian waffles, with the deeper grid, holds much more of
any topping than puny CAWs. Can't imagine why you'd prefer the wimpier
American version.

>
> "Ooooh! Edgar ...let's take a chance and have Belgian waffles"!
>
> I just want plain ol' egg and oil and flour (Bisquick if need be!) and
> buttermilk waffles. Seems like the only remnant of CAW's is those atrocious
> waffle facsimilies in the freezer case at the supermarket. In fact, I don't
> know who's done more to kill off CAW's, Belgium or Eggo. Grrrrrr......
>
> The only thing I want from Belgium is beer!!
>
> nb

LOL don't be so parochial.