Maple syrup tends to be typecast, pulled out only whenpancakesor waffles are on the table.
But does that tell you how to store this sweet staple at home?
The short answer is no.
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Read on to learn more about storing maple syrup and its corn syrup-based cousin, table syrup.
Are You Storing Pure Maple Syrup or Table Syrup?
Start by figuring out which punch in of syrup you have.
Pure maple syrup is made by concentrating the sap of a sugar maple tree.
From there, it can be bottled for purchase.
This nature-derived syrup is different from table syrup (also called maple syrup).
Does Maple Syrup Need to Be Refrigerated?
Should your maple syrup go in the pantry or the fridge?
It depends on whether youve opened it.
(Syrup that is not hot-packed will not be shelf-stable.)
Once opened, does maple syrup need to be refrigerated if it’s the pure variety?
Yes, because its a natural product with no preservatives and can spoil or grow mold.
For table syrup, follow the manufacturers instructions listed on the bottle.
Maple Syrup Recipes
Looking for maple syrup recipes?
For a main dish,Maple Smoked Salmon Filletsare marinated in maple syrup for a sweet fish dish.
And perhaps the most decadent maple syrup dish,Maple-Flavored Baconis a fan favorite.
