Maple syrup is naturally beneficial to our health thanks to all of the nutrients it contains, as well as its anti-inflammatory compounds. It also contains many natural antioxidants that are reported to have anti-cancer, anti-bacterial, and anti-diabetic properties. The amazing nutrients that naturally occur in pure maple syrup are:
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Manganese – aids in energy production & improves overall mental stability
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Zinc – helps the immune system & important bodily functions such as cellular growth & regeneration
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Calcium – great for strengthening bones & teeth
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Riboflavin – aids in metabolic processes
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Magnesium – associated with lowered risk of heart disease
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Potassium – helps to maintain a normal blood pressure
Ohio maple syrup season is just beginning. The weather determines the local season, so stay tuned to our social media pages for when we have it in our market. Misty Maples from Salem is our producer and makes wonderful, award-winning syrup. Enjoy some of these farm-favorite recipes to enjoy this seasonal treat.
Ingredients
4 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp grated peeled fresh ginger
5/8 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 grated garlic clove
4 tsp roasted unsalted pumpkin seed kernels
Bring a large saucepan filled with water to a boil. Add butternut squash; cook 10 minutes or until tender. Drain. Place cubed peeled butternut squash in a food processor with pure maple syrup, unsalted butter, grated peeled fresh ginger, kosher salt, black pepper, and grated garlic clove; process until smooth. Top with roasted unsalted pumpkin seed kernels.
