Dandelion Honey

Name: Dandelion Honey
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

5 ingredients

6 steps

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.