Maple Candy

Directions

1. 1
   Line the bottom and sides of a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper; brush the parchment with vegetable oil.
2. 2
   Bring the maple syrup to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat, then reduce the heat to medium low.
3. 3
   Dip the back of a spoon in vegetable oil and run it over the top of the foam to help it subside.
4. 4
   Increase the heat to medium and continue cooking until a candy thermometer registers 246 degrees F, 25 to 30 minutes.
5. 5
   Pour the syrup into a heatproof bowl and let cool, 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Beat the syrup with a mixer on medium-low speed until it starts to lighten in color and turn opaque, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
7. 7
   Pour into the prepared pan and spread with an offset spatula; let cool completely, about 1 hour.
8. 8
   Lift out of the pan and cut into pieces.
9. 9
   Photograph by Sam Kaplan