Day 2.
A Sweet
Gift
For nearly
two decades I've been both a big fan and promoter of real New York State maple
syrup. Maple syrup is an all natural delicacy produced in areas like the
northeastern parts of the United States where the conditions are right for sap
flow with warm days and cool nights in the early spring. Pure maple syrup
(which is dramatically different from the artificially flavored table syrups on
the market) is a classy, delicious gift item that I am certain will be adored
by anyone who receives some.
Maple
syrup producers take pride in offering a superior product that is nature's
perfect gift. Let's learn a little bit more about it.
There are
many maple producers who market their products online. Here is a great resource
for finding maple syrup from New York (just a little home state pride).
And you might want to whip up some pancakes to go with your maple syrup! One of my favorite memories from childhood was visiting my grandmother's house and waking up to her delicious hot from the griddle pancakes and maple syrup. My grandmother, Lucille Mudrich, was not only an AMAZING chef, but she also made some history by becoming the first female chef instructor at the Culinary Institute of America.
Here is a recipe my grandmother passed down to my mother, then to me.
Grandma's Pancakes
2 cups sifted flour
5 t baking powder
2 t salt
3 T sugar
2 eggs (beaten)
2 cups milk
1/3 cup melted shortening or vegetable oil
Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.
Combine the eggs, milk and shortening. Add the dry ingredients. Stir until
blended. Grease griddle lightly. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto hot griddle for each
cake. Turn once after the batter starts to bubble.
Makes 12 pancakes
If you're going to make some pancakes, I think these are the most
clever skillets! Each one is shaped like a state, so it definitely shows pride in each of our 50 states.
Enjoy your
maple syrup. I wish you a sweet experience!
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