AUTUMN APPLE PANCAKES WITH WALNUT CARAMEL SYRUP

Steps:

• SYRUP:.
• Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples, set aside (this is fast work with the food processor).
• In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
• Stir in the spices and brown sugar all at once.
• Mix the cornstarch into the 1 cup of water until dissolved and immediately add the water mix, stir until the sugar is dissolved.
• Add the apples and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the apples are nearly tender and the syrup is bubbly.
• While the apples are cooking, make the pancakes.
• Serve.
• Note: If you would like a thinner syrup, simply add a little more water.
• PANCAKES:.
• Mix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
• Mix the egg, butter, and buttermilk together in a small bowl.
• Make a depression in the dry ingredients and add the liquid mixture.
• Stir until moistened, some lumps will remain.
• Add more water to get the right consistency, if required.
• Do not over mix.
• Pour about 1/3 cup of batter onto a hot, lightly greased griddle.
• Cook for about two minutes on medium heat or until the edges are set and the bubbles remain open.
• Turn over and cook on the other side.