Banana Pancakes

Last night we went to Pancake Days at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. It's a fun event, sponsored by the Lions Club, as a fundraiser. Over 13,000 people were expected over the two days the event happened! The Lions Club is the largest service club in America, and was founded in 1917 in Chicago. The Lions are best known for their work in advocating for health-especially sight, hearing and diabetes. They also are involved in disaster relief. Plus, they encourage youth to be involved in their communities, which is something after my own heart.

One thing to keep in mind with Pancake Days is be prepared to wait. The lines are long, but there is entertainment to keep you occupied. We watched folks from the Siouxland Renaissance Festival juggle, dance and interact. Little Man enjoyed the juggling!

After we got inside, we had another line to wait on before we got served, but it was worth it. Inside we heard the Washington High School Jazz Ensemble play some original compositions. Little Man, who takes piano, was excited to hear the pianist riffing away.

Pancakes, smokies, juice, oh my!

Little Man did say that he liked my pancakes better, especially since he doesn't have to wait so long for them!

As we were leaving, it started to pour down rain. By the time we got to the car, we were a bit drenched, but we looked up and saw a gorgeous rainbow from end to end.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes

1 egg
1 c flour (I use 1/2 c whole wheat and 1/2 c almond for a great texture)
1 c milk
1/2 c canned pumpkin (not pie filling)
1/8 c apple sauce (I use plain unsweetened)
1/4 c chocolate chips
3 tsps baking powder
Dash salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
Dash pumpkin pie spice


Mix wet ingredients and fold into flour. Add remaining dry ingredients. Pour onto a preheated griddle. Serve hot! I love mine with maple syrup, sliced bananas and almonds.