Receipe: Tollgate Farms maple-dijon glaze
MSU's Tollgate Farm celebrates Michigan's sweetest winter crop
Mild weather has brought an early start to this year's maple season in Michigan. In fact, one of Michigan’s largest maple syrup farms is getting sap at the earliest date in 45 years. MSU's Tollgate Farm and Education Center is gearing up for it's own Maple Fest. Steve Julin and Laura Romito share a recipe to help us celebrate the season.
(FOX 2) - It's maple syrup season in Michigan! Enjoy the sweet treat by making this maple-dijon glaze from Tollgate Farms.
Tollgate Farms Maple-Dijon Glaze
Perfect for Pork, Chicken, or Salmon
Ingredients:
¾ cup smooth Dijon mustard
1 tsp. granulated garlic
¼ tsp. dried thyme leaves
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 T apple cider vinegar
½ cup Tollgate Farms maple syrup
½ cup water (or more for thinner glaze)
Method:
- Whisk first 6 ingredients together thoroughly then slowly drizzle water into mixture, whisk constantly, until combined (This recipe can be used as a marinade but take care as the high sugar content can make it burn.)
- Pre-heat grill to medium on one side, and low on the other side; for a grill pan, preheat to medium
- Rub the protein with a small amount of oil, then season to taste with salt and pepper
- Grill over medium heat, turning to sear all sides
- When nice grill marks have formed on the surface, move the protein to low temperature side of the grill and brush to coat with the maple glaze; alternatively, lower heat under grill pan to low
- Turn frequently and continue brushing with glaze until cooked through
Tip: this can be made in larger batches and unused portions can be stored in refrigeration for up to 10 days. Never save or reuse a glaze or marinade after the protein item has been in it.
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