Maple Butter

1 cup butter
1/2 cup pure maple syrup

Beat butter in small mixing bowl on high until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in syrup until well combined. Store covered in refrigerator for 3 weeks.
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MAPLE BUTTER:

3/4 cup butter softened
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon grated orange rind

Beat butter in small bowl until fluffy.
Beat in syrup, walnuts and rind.
Refrigerate until serving time.