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New Food Ideas Spring Up
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The sap that springs right from a tree is that magical element that makes your food extra special. The market is growing. Producers and chefs are working together to produce new, exciting maple syrup products. Plus, healthy eating is taking another big step forward using Aquafaba. Find out about all these March Magic Ingredients.
Over the last few years, maple syrup producers have been experimenting with infusions, barrel aging, adding flavors, and inventive techniques. Such methods, which lend even greater dimension to maple syrup, have inspired restaurant chefs to create new and usual recipes using maple syrup.
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Infused Maple Syrups
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Hearty Southwestern Veggie Chili
Comfort food with mole sauce elegance
Hearty Southwestern Veggie Chili
About the Recipe: Chili is one of those dishes that is a perfect comfort food to serve a crowd or for that Saturday night supper. The warm bowl is filled with nutrition and yet it feels like something so elegant with a mole type sauce. It’s easy to prepare and a great dish to store away in the freezer for a quick lunch or snack.
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Maple Syrup Coming from Nature
George Parker Demonstrates Tapping of a Tree at Clegg Gardens in Lafayette, Indiana
On March 10th, George Parker, an experienced tapper, demonstrated tapping and syrup making at Clegg Memorial Gardens in Lafayette, Indiana. The temperatures were ideal with 40F degree days and 25F degree nights for optimal sap flow. Note: The half full plastic jug with accumulating sap on the left of picture
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Life Changing Cracker Snacks
Crispbread crackers with power plus nutrition
Life Changing Cracker Snacks
About the Recipe: I have already made this recipe five times. It is filled with the heathiest ingredients and easy to make. No wonder it will change your life. The only hard part is rolling it out thin enough to make crispy crackers. The flavor is addictive, and they are a great take-along.
Enjoy some healthy snacking!
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Apple Brandy Pork Chops with Caramelized Onions
Apple brandy maple syrup is delicious with pork
Apple Brandy Pork Chops with Caramelized Onions
About the Recipe: Tender sweet apples and pork chops are a perfect flavor combination. If you add caramelized onions and some infused apple brandy, the dish becomes very elegant. Using the colorful chopped apple peels adds a contrast flavor, extra fiber, and bright colorful garnish.
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Spicy Maple White Chocolate Cake
An elegant cake with a winning flavor combination
Spicy Maple White Chocolate Cake
About the Recipe: White chocolate teams with spicy sweet maple syrup for a very rich sweet dessert cake. It is like a thick brownie and is better served in thin slices. A lightly lemon-flavored glaze adds a delightful contrasting flavor. Top it with sliced almonds and serve it on a beautiful gourmet plate.
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Tim Burton’s Maplewood Farms Infused Maple Syrups
Introducing
Tim Burton – Burton’s Maplewood Farm in Medora Indiana
When his syrup was submitted to the Indiana Artisan program. He was recognized for his high level of commitment and skill and named an Indiana Artisan. He was also instrumental in creating the first annual National Maple Syrup Festival, where people could enjoy entertainment, craft making and participate in making maple syrup.
Tim Burton of Maplewood Farm
Burton has gained prominence for his specialty, barrel-aged maple syrup, and ages his syrup in a variety of barrels such bourbon, blackberry whiskey, peach brandy, red wine and beer. Wood barrel aging imparts caramelized flavors of charred wood sugars and hints of other flavors in the container, such as beer or spirits and adds unique flavors to the maple syrup.
Tim Burton’s Maplewood Farm’s Website
Maplewood Farm Maple Syrups
This process adds a greater dimension to the syrup, which is appealing to many chefs around the U.S. Burton has worked with many chefs to develop innovative maple syrup variations just for them. He created a special Tabasco-infused maple syrup, an oak barrel flavored syrup, and even one that was infused in cream for a custard, which was served at a James Beard dinner.
So, if you see Burton’s maple syrup on your restaurant menu, you know it is one of the best.
Link to Infusing Your Own Maple Syrup
Tim Burton’s Interview
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Tim Burton Inspired Recipes
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Maple Soy Ginger Salmon on Black Rice
Dish inspired by Yellowstone Lake fishing adventure
Maple Soy Ginger Salmon on Black Rice
About the Recipe: Tim Burton had the opportunity to fish in Yellowstone Lake and later Chef Hunger prepared the fish using this marinade, which uses maple syrup as a base. It couldn’t be any easier. We marinated our salmon overnight and the results were a fish that was juicy, full of flavor, and visually stunning with its maple syrup glaze.
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Southern Country BBQ Baked Beans
Everyone loves maple baked beans at the National Maple Festival
Southern Country BBQ Baked Beans
About the Recipe: It’s a perfect side dish to include for a large party. You can make it vegetarian or add some beef and bacon for the meat lovers. It is a fun recipe filled with all kinds of beans with various flavors and textures. Some dishes are just fun to serve.
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Maple Bourbon Dijon Ocean Trout (Salmon)
Country flavored marinade makes it special
Maple Bourbon Dijon Ocean Trout (Salmon)
About the Recipe: This is a country cook’s special recipe. Let the fish have a long marinating rest in the Maple Bourbon Dijon marinade which provides some fantastic flavor. Add a peppery touch of blackened seasoning to spice up the dinner party. This dish is great with some Southern country baked beans and biscuits or even mixed rice. Yummy!
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Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts and Maple Butter
An elegant company or holiday dish
Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts and Maple Butter
About the Recipe: Brussels sprouts are elevated to a new level in this elegant side dish. Lightly browned and coated with maple syrup butter, they are topped with crisp strips of prosciutto, pickled garlic slices, and fried sage leaves. The crisp, aromatic herbs add the luxury of vibrant flavor and texture. Maple glazed and maple butter! What an impressive dish to serve for a special occasion!
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Aquafaba
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Nina’s Vegan (Non-Dairy) Aquafaba Butter
A dairy free butter spread you can make
Nina’s Vegan (Non-Dairy) Aquafaba Butter
About the Recipe: I served this vegan butter spread with some mini rye bread slices recently at a club meeting, and everyone was amazed that I made it. The butter was soft enough to spread easily, golden in color, and had a cultured butter flavor. It’s so easy to make and can even be frozen. It’s so delicious that it might even convince you to become a vegan.
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Easy Eggless Aquafaba Mayonnaise
Light and creamy with no raw egg
Easy Eggless Aquafaba Mayonnaise
About this Recipe: This mayonnaise whips up to billowy peaks and fluffy consistency. The flavor is mild and doesn’t have any bean-like tastes. It’s easy to make and can be used to enhance most recipes.
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Chickpea Vegan (Non-Dairy) Aquafaba Whipping Cream
It’s dairy free whipping cream you can make
Chickpea Vegan (Non-Dairy) Aquafaba Whipping Cream
About the Recipe: Three cheers for this dairy-free whipped cream, thanks to using Aquafaba. The proteins, carbohydrates and other nutrients in the chickpea liquid give it the ability to be whipped and even form stiff peaks like heavy cream or egg whites. It is a great substitute for a vegan diet or anyone who has an allergy to dairy products.
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Healthy Chocolate Banana Pudding
Tastes like those chocolate coated frozen bananas
Healthy Chocolate Banana Pudding
About the Recipe: We love chocolate covered bananas and making it as a healthy pudding, we get to enjoy this dessert often. When you taste it, it is hard to believe that it is made from all fruits. After it thickens into a pudding, the chia seeds make it taste like chocolate tapioca pudding. We just love it!
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Healthy Chocolate Pudding with Bananas and Aquafaba Whipped Cream
Tastes like those chocolate coated frozen bananas
Healthy Chocolate Pudding with Bananas and Aquafaba Whipped Cream
About the Recipe: We love chocolate covered bananas and making it as a healthy pudding, we get to enjoy this dessert often. When you taste it, it is hard to believe that it is made from all fruits. After it thickens into a pudding, the chia seeds make it taste like chocolate tapioca pudding. We just love it!
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Pumpkin Hummus with Maple Drizzle
Use pecan infused maple syrup and whipped chickpea liquid
Pumpkin Hummus with Maple Drizzle
About the Recipe: Sweet spiced pumpkin hummus is a popular appetizer to serve often throughout the year. Folding in a little aquafaba right before serving creates a lighter hummus. Drizzle the top with your favorite infused maple syrup.
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Golden Harvest Hummus Soup
Leftover appetizer makes a delicious soup
Golden Harvest Hummus Soup
About the Recipe: You found out that you had some pumpkin hummus left over from a party. Here’s a great idea! Turn that leftover appetizer into a delicious soup. Add a few ingredients and in less than 30 minutes, it’s ready to be served. Add a few drops of chili infused maple syrup for a great finishing touch.
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Fresh Ideas Using Infused Maple Syrup
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Crisp Asian Pear Frisee Salad with Maple Ginger Dressing
Simple to make; Beautiful to serve
Crisp Asian Pear Frisee Salad with Maple Ginger Dressing
About the Recipe: The light maple ginger dressing delightfully flavors the tender lettuce, bold radish slices, crisp almonds, and green onions. The juicy Asian pears sweeten the contrasting textures of this Asian inspired salad.
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Cubano Black Bean Burgers
Smoked beans burst with flavor
Cubano Black Bean Burgers
About the Recipe: If you love a little spice, black beans, and a healthy burger, then these are for you. They are bursting with flavor, delightfully browned, and blend with all your favorite fixins. The added chopped pepper gives it a real “kick.” If you want to add a light peppered glaze to the burgers, lightly brush with pepper infused maple syrup. Delicious!
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Apple Brandy Maple-Glazed Potatoes
Spirited with triple apple flavors
Apple Brandy Maple-Glazed Potatoes
About the Recipe: The warm potatoes nestle with sweet tasting, roasted apple chunks that are covered with an infused apple brandy maple syrup and adding a splash of apple vinegar brightens the flavors. A light dusting of ground chipotle peppers enhances a spicy smoked flavor. What a wonderful infusion of flavors!
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