Maple Vinegar Food

MAPLE VINEGAR CRISPY CHICKEN

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
• Begin the sauce by melting 2 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium high temperature, then add the shallots and cook until translucent.
• Add the pepper, nutmeg, and vinegar and bring to a boil, then add the maple syrup and return to a boil; allow to reduce by half and reserve.
• While sauce is reducing, begin working on the chicken by spatchcocking it: with sharp kitchen or poultry shears, cut the backbone out of the chicken by cutting along one side of the backbone, then along the other; turn the chicken over and remove the keel bone, then press down to flatten it; additionally, for this recipe you also remove the wings; do NOT remove the skin of the chicken.
• Season both sides of prepared chicken with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
• Heat the oil or fat in a large, heavy oven-proof skillet over high temperature; when it is very hot, carefully add the chicken skin-side-down into the hot pan (place the chicken away from you, not toward, to avoid oil splatters).
• Cook over high temperature for approximately 10 minutes, checking to see that the skin is turning a nice, crispy golden brown.
• Turn the chicken over in the skillet, then place the entire pan in the pre-heated oven and continue to roast, basting often, until done and juices run clear, about 35-45 minutes.
• When chicken is done, remove it from the oven and the pan and allow it to rest for about 10 minutes.
• While the chicken rests, begin the topping by combining the melted butter and almonds in a small skillet, and sauté until the nuts turn golden brown.
• Add the leeks and cranberries and cook until leeks begin to go limp, about 5 - 7 minutes, then add the bread crumbs and salt and pepper to taste and sauté for 3 minutes until crumbs begin to brown; remove and place in serving dish.
• Finish the sauce by removing the fat from the skillet the chicken was cooked in, then deglaze it with the sauce; pour completed sauce into a serving bowl.
• To serve: cut the chicken into serving size pieces, top with the sauce and then with the topping.
• Enjoy!

MAPLE BOURBON VINAIGRETTE RECIPE

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, add olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, bourbon whiskey, Dijon mustard, garlic or shallots (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper.
• Whisk or blend until combined: Whisk together the dressing ingredients until well combined, about 30-60 seconds. Alternatively you can add all ingredients to a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth.
• To serve: Drizzle dressing over salads, on roasted autumn vegetables, or even over pizza.

MAPLE VINEGAR

Steps:

• Pour the vinegar into a large glass or plastic container with a loose-fitting lid. Mix in maple syrup; rum and water.
• Cover the opening with cheesecloth to keep out dust and allow for airflow so that wild yeasts can find their way in. Place the lid gently on top and store in a cool, dark place for 4 weeks. When it tastes smooth, tart and sweet, with no alcohol burn (this might be in 4 weeks, or it may need more time), the vinegar is ready. Strain it into smaller containers and store at cool room temperature, or in the refrigerator.

ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BALSAMIC-MAPLE GLAZE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, toss Brussels sprouts in olive oil, salt and black pepper.
• Place Brussels sprouts on the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes; stirring and rotating the baking sheet halfway through.
• Meanwhile, prepare the balsamic-maple glaze. Heat a small saucepan under medium-high. Add balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and a small pinch of salt. Stir frequently until the sauce thickens and glaze forms, about 4-5 minutes.
• Drizzle Brussels sprouts with the glaze. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

MAPLE AND VINEGAR CARAMELIZED PARSNIPS

Steps:

• Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
• Wash and peel the parsnips and then chop them into evenly sized pieces.
• In a bowl, combine the parsnips, salt, and oil.
• Put on a baking sheet and toast until tender (which usually takes 30-45 minutes). Mix them up about every 8 to 10 minutes.
• When they are tender, drizzle with the vinegar and maple syrup. Mix up and then bake until brown, about 5 minutes.
• If desired, season with some pepper.

MAPLE-DIJON VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk together the maple syrup, mustard and cider vinegar in a large bowl. Whisk in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream until the vinaigrette emulsifies and thickens.
• Toss the mixed greens with the vinaigrette and serve.

MAPLE-BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Place vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper into a blender. Pulse to combine, then add the olive oil in a steady stream with the motor running.