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    Posted on March 20th, 2009

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    Maple Syrup Cake (with Maple Icing)

    Maple Syrup Cake (with Maple Icing)

    A flavorful cake with a delicate crumb. It is a fine use of maple syrup.
    Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

    2 1/4 all-purpose flour
    2 teaspoons baking powder
    1/2 teaspoon salt
    1 teaspoon ground ginger

    Stir together dry ingredients and set aside.

    1/2 butter, softened
    1/2 cup sugar
    1 egg
    1 egg yolk
    1 cup pure New York maple syrup
    1/2 cup hot water

    Cream butter and sugar [...]

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    Posted on March 19th, 2009

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    All Fruits Maple Salad

    All Fruits Maple Salad

    This is a pretty combination of colorful fruits, combining Northern flavors with tropical ones.

    2 large navel oranges
    3 cups seedless red grapes
    2 kiwi fruit, peeled, quartered and sliced
    1 can (20 ounce) pineapple tidbits, drained
    1 cup sweetened dried cranberries
    1/2 cup toasted chopped pecans
    1/2 cup pure New York maple syrup
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Zest oranges to measure two teaspoons [...]

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    Posted on March 18th, 2009

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    Maple Poppy Seed Dressing

    Maple Poppy Seed Dressing

    If you’re a fan of creamy dressings, this exceedingly easy recipe will likely find a permanent home in your fridge. It’s terrific on mixed greens.

    2 cups mayonnaise (lite mayo is fine)
    1/4 cup pure New York maple syrup
    2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
    2 tablespoons sugar
    1 tablespoon poppy seeds

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    Posted on March 17th, 2009

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    New York Wild Baked Beans

    New York Wild Baked Beans

    This is a satisfying dish -perfect after a day of tapping, or when watching the Orangemen. It’s easy and lends itself to your own interpretations. Vary spices and seasonings as you like.

    2 tablespoons vegetable oil
    1 medium onion, chopped
    1/2 cup chopped green pepper (optional)
    2 cups (or to your liking) diced ham or kielbasa
    2 cloves minced garlic
    3/4 [...]

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    Posted on March 16th, 2009

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    Maple Meat Loaf

    Maple Meat Loaf

    This is a wonderful meat loaf. The sweet smoothness of the maple syrup balances the savory ham. It makes perfect next-day  sandwiches.
    Meat Loaf

    1 pound ground ham
    3/4 pound ground pork
    2 eggs
    1/2 cup milk
    3/4 dry bread crumbs

    Sauce

    1/2 cup pure maple syrup
    2 tablespoons cider vinegar
    2 tablespoons water
    1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
    1/4 teaspoon cloves

    In a large bowl, beat eggs and [...]

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    Posted on March 15th, 2009

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    Spicy Maple Sweet Potato “Fries”

    Spicy Maple Sweet Potato “Fries”

    This is a terrific side dish. Colorful, healthy, and delicious.

    2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
    2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
    1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
    3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into “fries”
    Tanna’s Tuscan Sea Salt (or salt and pepper) to taste

    Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, to save clean-up.
    Combine oil, [...]

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    Posted on March 14th, 2009

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    Corn Cake Stacks with Maple Butter

    Corn Cake Stacks with Maple Butter

    Corn Cakes

    4 large eggs 
    1½ cups buttermilk
    3 tablespoons butter, melted 
    1 cup fresh sweet corn
    1 cup yellow cornmeal kernels (2 medium ears)
    1 cup all-purpose flour 
    2 tablespoons sugar
    1½ to 2 teaspoons salt 
    1 teaspoon baking powder

    Maple Butter

    1 cup (two sticks) butter, softened 
    ½ cup dark amber maple syrup

    Apples and Bacon

    8 strips thick-cut smoked bacon 2 Granny Smith apples,
    Cinnamon cored and [...]

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    Posted on March 13th, 2009

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    Maple Ginger Chicken

    Maple Ginger Chicken

    “What’s for dinner?” is a question frequently asked, and this easy, flavorful chicken is a dependable reply. The simple ingredients are easy to keep on hand and it takes no special equipment, or much attention, either. It’s great when life demands that you multi-task.

    1 chicken, cut up
    5 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
    5 tablespoons soy [...]

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    Posted on March 12th, 2009

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    Farm Fresh Salad Buffet

    Farm Fresh Salad Buffet

    Salads are a sure and delicious way to get a lot of nutritious food in a single meal. Vitamin rich greens provide a colorful base that invites endless additions and variations of fruit, nuts, grain, and meats. Salads are welcome dining relief in the summer heat, and a blissful reminder of more clement days during winter’s drudgeries.
    Farmhouse Dressing

    1 cup [...]

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    Posted on March 11th, 2009

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    Hot Milk Punch

    Hot Milk Punch

    Upstate New York has an abundance of many things, including indomitable spirit, winter and dairy products. This chilly day warm-up makes the most of the resources available well north of the Mason Dixon line.
    After a day of cold weather activities, a hot milk punch quiets the soul and makes the blood run warmer.

    1½ ounces rum
    1½ ounces brandy
    Honey or [...]

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