How ESF’s Pure Maple Syrup Is Made

From the middle of February to the end of March, during prime sap collection time, SUNY-ESF students and staff tap and produce maple syrup and maple butter at Tully’s Heiberg Memorial Forest to be sold at the ESF bookstore. Proceeds from the store, managed by the ESF Alumni Association, fund both need and merit-based scholarships for students at the university. It takes 40 gallons of … Continue reading How ESF’s Pure Maple Syrup Is Made

4 Kick-Ass Rubs and Marinades For Your Meat

Summer breeze, beer in hand, and smoky aromas—moving your kitchen outdoors is the best way to savor the sunniest days of the year. With our rubs and marinades, break traditions, and unlock finger-lickin’ flavors. 1. Coffee Mustard Marinade 1 small shallot, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 cup strong coffee, room temperature ¼ cup balsamic vinegar ¼ cup Dijon mustard ¼ cup packed light brown sugar 2 … Continue reading 4 Kick-Ass Rubs and Marinades For Your Meat

6 Recipes For A Healthier Holiday

Holiday parties tempt us with delicacies like deviled eggs, meatballs, and pigs in buttery croissant blankets. But each bite adds to the number of calories we consume and the subsequent swell of our waistlines. To avoid wintry weight woes and stay summertime fine, make homemade meals by substituting classic holiday pound-packers with healthier substitutes. —Lateshia Beachum, Baked contributing writer  Christmas Classic: Deep-fried turkey Deep-fried turkey is … Continue reading 6 Recipes For A Healthier Holiday