Maple Rum Sauce

Name: Maple Rum Sauce
Ingredients: 2/3 cup (150 mL) packed brown sugar; 2/3 cup (150 mL) maple-flavored pancake syrup or pure maple syrup; 2 tbsp (25 mL) cornstarch; 1/4 cup (50 mL) dark rum or brandy (see Notes); 2 tbsp (25 mL) butter; 4-cup (1 L) glass measure or casserole dish

6 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2/3 cup (150 mL) packed brown sugar
2/3 cup (150 mL) maple-flavored pancake syrup or pure maple syrup
2 tbsp (25 mL) cornstarch
1/4 cup (50 mL) dark rum or brandy (see Notes)
2 tbsp (25 mL) butter
4-cup (1 L) glass measure or casserole dish

Directions

1

In glass measure, combine 3/4 cup (175 mL) water, brown sugar and maple-flavored syrup.
2

Blend in cornstarch until smooth.
3

Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring once, until sauce comes to a full boil and thickens.
4

Stir in rum and butter until melted.
5

Let cool.
6

Place in covered container and refrigerate until ready to use.
7

Store for up to 1 week.