Hawaiian Waffles

1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup pineapple juice

Waffles
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs, separated
1 cup milk
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
1/4 cup flaked coconut
1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Additional chopped macadamia nuts, toasted, optional

In a saucepan, combine the first five ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until sauce begins to thicken; set aside. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Combine egg yolks, milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until combined.

Stir in pineapple, coconut and nuts. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter (batter will be thick). Preheat waffle iron. Fill and bake according to manufacturer's directions. Top with pineapple sauce and additional nuts if desired. Makes 16 (4-inch) waffles.