Crispy Bacon, Tomato, and Cheddar Waffle Sliders

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat waffle maker. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, milk, and melted butter. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until moistened, then fold in the shredded cheddar cheese.

3. 3

   In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff but not dry. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the waffle batter.

4. 4

   Scoop 1 heaping tablespoon of the waffle batter into each quadrant of the preheated waffle maker. Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer the cooked waffles to a wire rack to cool.

5. 5

   Spread mayonnaise evenly over half of the waffle pieces. Top with crispy bacon, fresh tomato slices, and lettuce. Close the sliders with the remaining waffle pieces. Serve immediately.