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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Harvesting Maple Sap
Collect fresh maple sap from sugar maple trees during the sugaring season, usually from late winter to early spring. Ensure to use clean containers to avoid contamination.
- 2
Boiling the Sap
Pour the collected maple sap into a large, open pan. Boil the sap over a heat source, preferably outdoors, to avoid excess moisture in your kitchen. Maintain a steady boil.
- 3
Reducing the Sap
Continue boiling the sap until it reduces in volume and thickens. This process can take several hours. The sap will change color from clear to a golden amber.
- 4
Finishing the Syrup
Once the syrup reaches a temperature of 7°F above the boiling point of water, it is ready. Use a candy thermometer to ensure accuracy. Filter the syrup to remove impurities.
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