That's because maple syrup, like honey ... Applesauce works as an egg substitute in many recipes, for instance, and pureed berries make a great addition to plain, unsweetened yogurt.
Red wine, fresh herbs, mushrooms and a sugar pie pumpkin combine to make this earthy, autumn-perfect pot roast certain to delight vegetarians and omnivores alike.
This simple recipe from Nova Scotia is always a hit with my South African friends. And South Africa these days has no shortage of blueberries, so if you have a sweet tooth, give it a whirl.