Maple Applesauce
Here in New England, real maple syrup is revered. It’s so beloved that an entire season of the year is marked by the collection of sap from maple trees and the painstakingly slow process of boiling that sap down, down, and down until it is the rich, deeply colored amber maple syrup we all love.
After settling in here at the farm, we joined in the tradition. We marched out in knee deep snowdrifts, tapping our maple trees, placing spiles, and hanging galvanized collecting pails. Once we had collected gallons of sap and boiled, and boiled, and boiled, we had indeed made our own truly homegrown maple syrup. It was a moment to celebrate.
After spending hours on end to make our own maple syrup, we gained a deep appreciation for each drop. We also started to look for recipes we could enjoy that celebrated the rich flavor of maple syrup. This fall’s bounty of local apples seemed to provide me with the perfect opportunity to create just such a recipe.
This maple applesauce is sweetened solely with maple syrup. It pairs the earthy, deep flavor of maple syrup and the bright taste of fresh apples. We’ve been enjoying this applesauce alongside roast pork, chicken, and other fall dishes. Next week, it will be served as a side dish with our Thanksgiving feast. I can’t wait to taste it with our favorite holiday dishes!
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This post is included in our 1840 Farmhouse Thanksgiving Gallery.
You’ll find our favorite Thanksgiving recipes all gathered in one place so that you can easily include them in your family’s celebration. I’ll be adding new recipes right up until the big day, so check back to see even more delicious and fabulous Thanksgiving posts.
