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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 240 Minutes |
Ready In: 270 Minutes Servings: 18 |
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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. I haven't made this yet, will post update when I do! Ingredients:
4 cups dandelion flowers (petals only) |
4 cups water |
3 slices lemons, 1/4 inch thick |
1/2 vanilla bean, split in half |
2 1/8 cups granulated sugar |
Directions:
1. Pick dandelion flowers during the daylight while in full bloom, remove petals, then measure petals only; discard the green stem parts.
2. Place petals in a heavy saucepan along with the water, lemon slices, and vanilla bean.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep for 6 hours.
4. Strain dandelion tea through cheesecloth and discard solids.
5. 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).
6. Pour into jars and enjoy.
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