DANDELION HONEY
Something nice to do with all those dandelions on your lawn, make a treat from the flowers! Dandelion honey is great on toast, muffins, pancakes, and biscuits. Source: 225 Family Friendly Recipes with a Dash of Sophistication by Peggy Trowbridge Filippone. About.com I haven't made this yet, will post update when I do!
Provided by Elly in Canada
Categories Citrus
Time 4h30m
Yield 1 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pick dandelion flowers during the daylight while in full bloom, remove petals, then measure petals only; discard the green stem parts.
- Place petals in a heavy saucepan along with the water, lemon slices, and vanilla bean.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep for 6 hours.
- Strain dandelion tea through cheesecloth and discard solids.
- Place remaining liquid in a heavy saucepan and bring to a low boil. Gradually add sugar while stirring until sugar is dissolved. Lower heat and let simmer to desired syrupy thickness (may take up to 4 hours).
- Pour into jars and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1100.6, Sodium 22.1, Carbohydrate 284.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 283.1, Protein 0.1
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