"Blini are thin buckwheat pancakes usually served with sour cream, caviar, and/or smoked salmon. They make an excellent choice for Hanukkah breakfast with pancake syrup...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 packet "quick"-type active dry yeast
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3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons warm (105 to 115 degrees F.) water
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1 Tablespoon honey
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3/4 cup (light) buckwheat flour
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1/4 cup all-purpose white flour, preferably unbleached
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1/4 cup instant nonfat dry milk powder
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2 Tablespoons commercial sour cream or plain yogurt
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1-1/2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted and cooled
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2 large eggs, separated
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Pinch of salt
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For Frying:
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Butter, margarine, vegetable oil, or non-stick cooking spray
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To Serve (optional):
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Commercial sour cream or plain yogurt
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Caviar
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Very thinly sliced smoked salmon (or "lox")