Christmas Morning Waffles

3 c. milk
3 eggs, beaten
8 T. butter, melted
3 T. sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
3 c. flour
3 tsp. baking powder

Blend together milk and eggs. Add butter and sugar; stir in vanilla.

Combine dry ingredients and add to the milk mixture.

Heat waffle iron and brush with oil. Pour in enough batter to fill waffle iron; close and bake until steaming stops and waffles are crisp and golden.

Serve with syrup and powdered sugar, if desired.