Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Vanilla Sauce - Fabulessly Frugal

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs (separated)
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk (12 ounces)
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1 cup part skim ricotta cheese (8 ounces)
• 1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest (2 large lemons or 1/2 teaspoon lemon oil)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt