Nutty Whole Wheat Sourdough Pumpkin Pancakes (Or Waffles)

I know I said I'd be posting about books, but I just had to throw in this recipe. We made these this morning, and they were so yummy!

Pumpkin Sourdough Pancakes (or Waffles)
Overnight Sponge:
2 cups whole wheat flour
3 Tbsp maple syrup or honey
2 cups buttermilk
1 cup sourdough starter
Mix all together, cover loosely, and let rest at room temperature overnight.

The next morning, add:
1/4 cup melted butter or lard
1 cup pureed pumpkin
2 eggs
3/4 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 cup ground walnuts or pecans (optional)

Fry like pancakes, or you can also prepare these in a waffle iron.