Black Forest Waffles

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.

Combine egg yolks and milk; stir into dry ingredients. In a double

boiler or microwave, melt the chocolate and shortening. Add to

batter; mix well. In another mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff

peaks form; fold into the batter. Bake in a preheated waffle iron

according to manufacturer's directions until browned. Combine

whipped cream and confectioners' sugar. Serve waffles topped with

whipped cream and pie filling. Garnish with mint if desired.