Maple-Cheddar Popovers
By Yankee Magazine|Apr 21 2002|
The flavors of maple and cheddar blend brilliantly in this recipe for maple-cheddar popovers.
Yield
Serves 8
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
pinch of salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dry rosemary
1/2 cup maple syrup
2 cups low-fat milk
4 eggs, whisked well
1/2 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese (Shelburne Farms, if available)
Instructions
Combine flour, salt, and rosemary. Whisk together maple syrup and milk. Alternately add flour and milk to whisked eggs. Let rest in refrigerator for 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil popover or muffin tins and place briefly in preheated oven. Remove hot tins from oven, fill two-thirds of each cup with batter, and top with shredded cheese. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes until golden brown. Serve immediately.
What a delicious combination of flavors: the sweetness of the maple syrup, and the blending of the cheddar and rosemary make this a good morning addition to breakfast!