The best part is picking the right pancake and waffle ingredience .Hungry Jack buttermilk mix.,did he trick.T Hamilton Beach Belgian Waffle Maker worked so well  for the mix I bought.Allways read instructions before use, cause there pretty much right. I find the time for done was around the 6 and on-half minute time ,for cooking complete.2/3 mix was just right.No overflow,less mess ,I find pouring waffle mix in center of hot plate.Please  as instructions say,use front lid to open.When waffle maker not used,unplug.clean up easy when cooling down.A happy camper.Love waffles.homemade.( Good job.....Hamilton Beach corporation.)