Brownie Waffles - vegetable shortening

Method

• Add the shortening and chocolate tot the top of a double boiler set over simmering water.
• Stir constantly until half of the shortening and chocolate is melted.
• Remove the top of the double boiler; then continue stirring away from the heat, until the shortening and chocolate are completely melted; let cool for no more than 3 minutes.
• Meanwhile, heat and grease a waffle iron according to manufacturers directions.
• In a big bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth and combined, using an electric mixer at low speed.
• Slowly add the melted chocolate mixture in a thin ribbon, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
• Using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, stir in 1/2 cup flour into the batter, then 1/2 cup milk, then 3/4 cup flour, then remaining 1/2 cup milk, and finally the remaining flour.
• Stir only until each addition is incorporated.
• Pour 1/2 cup batter into the middle of the waffle iron.
• Close the lid and bake for 3 minutes or until the waffle is cooked to the desired crispness.
• Remove and repeat with the remaining batter.
• Serve immediately, or keep them warm on a cookie sheet or an oven safe plate in a 250 oven.