Tap-Palachian Recipes - WV Living Magazine

The forest-to-table movement is something sweet that we can sink our teeth into.

Be sap savvy and use nutrient-rich tree syrups as a replacement for sugar, a glaze to savor, or a rich topping for your favorite treats. It makes pork purr and salad dressings sing. And while you’re at it, expand your repertoire and experiment with other tree syrups, like walnut and sycamore. We asked Annie Humes, owner and chief deliciousness officer of her hospitality business, Workman Works, in Pendleton County to share some simple recipes that will elevate your culinary creations.

Main Course

You can use maple syrup to glaze beef or pork roast. Use 3 parts Spruce Knob Maple Hot Chili Pepper–infused maple syrup and 1 part vegetable or sunflower oil. Brush over entire roast before placing in oven. Coat 1 to 3 more times during roasting.

Maple Miso Dressing

A little sweet, a little salty, a lot tasty. This dressing is perfect for arugula/citrus salads or whatever greens just happen to be your favorite! And it’s so easy to make, you’ll be eating it on everything.

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Sycamore Glazed Delicata Squash

Sycamore syrup’s unique flavor pairs magically with the delicate nutty flavor of delicata squash. If not available, sorghum syrup is similarly complementary.

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Sweet and Spicy Sprouts

A maple twist on a modern classic side dish. This delicious side will quickly become the star of any meal with its sweet, maple-y taste and spicy kick. What a way to get your vegetables for the day!

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Maple Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin pie is a staple of the holiday season, and this one will have you wanting it for any occasion.

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EASY ELEGANT DESSERT

Dessert doesn’t have to be complicated. This simple treat will satisfy every sweet tooth with a creamy ice cream texture and nutty maple topping. Simple, elegant, and so delicious.

Sprinkle scoops of vanilla ice cream with toasted walnuts or pecans and drizzle with walnut syrup. Add a wafer cookie, and viola!

You can toast the nuts in a 350° oven in a single layer on a baking sheet. Depending upon the nut, it should take 5–10 minutes to toast. Stir the nuts or shake the pan halfway through cooking. Stay close and pay attention to the smell. As soon as you smell that nutty aroma, you’re done.