NIGHT BEFORE:

• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon active-dry yeast
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 2 cups whole or 2% milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
• 3 cups all-purpose flour

THE NEXT DAY:

• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Double-Batch Waffle Recipe: 1 tablespoon active dry yeast, 1 cup warm water, 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 4 cups whole or 2% milk, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 cup sugar (optional), 6 cups all-purpose flour, 4 large eggs (added the next day), 1 teaspoon baking soda (added the next day).