Maple syrup is more than just something sweet. It's aromatic; one whiff conjures up a vision of Vermont. In cooking, the thick texture can add body, while the color provides hue. For those who have ...

There still may be a few chunks of ice on the lake, but this year's maple yield has already been simmered into syrup. Finally, our first taste of spring. Because sap is collected over several weeks ...

Maple Roasted Root Vegetables 2-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (see note) 2-1/2 pounds parsnips 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, preferably canola oil 1 tablespoons ground cumin 1 tablespoons ground star anise ...

Maple sap production, essential for syrup, varies based on factors like soil, sunlight, and temperature. Sustained cold weather, like the winter of 2024-25, benefits maple trees and their sap ...