Recipes

This quick pecan pastry is filled with a maple syrup sweetened nut mixture and topped with a maple-flavored glaze.

Replace your simple syrup for a more-nutrient rich sweetener, and give it an added touch of autumnal flavor!

Tea time anyone? The scones are sweetened with the "smarter sweetener" a.k.a maple syrup while whole wheat flour provide an extra boost of fiber.

The spicy arugala leaves pair well with this tangy maple-based dressing.

Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Just before serving, reheat at 350°F until hot, about 15 minutes.

This succulent and sweet healthy dinner will be ready in no time! Cooking time varies depending on the fillet thickness and temperature preference.

1-1/2 cups (calculated without rice): 472 calories, 34g fat (11g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 1244mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein.

Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders kicked off his presidential campaign by hosting a “house party” complete with this custom cocktail developed by Washington bartender Miguel Marcelino Herrara.

Steam the vegetables to speed roasting. The vinegar provides fruity, acidic zip and enough liquid to prevent the sugary maple syrup from burning. Serve with ham or roast chicken.

Moosewood Hollow's Sweet Autumn Maple Syrup ($12 for a 7-fluid-ounce bottle at www.moosewoodhollow.com) is perfect in this recipe.

This cocktail brings together the seasonal flavors of apples, pears, ginger, and maple. Bourbon gives it a bit of bite and backbone.

Balsamic vinegar and maple syrup combine for a sweet-tart sauce that pairs perfectly with the pork medallions; Dijon mustard adds a savory note. Serve with whipped sweet potatoes and sautéed broccoli rabe.