Combine the first four ingredients in a
saucepan over medium heat.
Stir occasionally, until the mixture comes
to a full boil; let it boil for 7 minutes
Turn off the heat and let syrup cool for
15 minutes
Add the maple flavoring and stir
When completely cool, transfer the syrup
to a covered plastic or glass container
Makes 1 quart
Note: For butter flavor, just add 3 Tbsp of butter to the mixture before heating.
For lighter syrup, use a sugar substitute instead of the granulated sugar