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The
color and flavor of honeys differ depending on the blossoms visited
by the honey bees. The color ranges from water white to dark amber
and the flavor varies from delectably mild to distinctively bold.
When
purchasing honey for use in cooking, select mildly flavored honeys,
such as clover where delicate flavors predominate. Use strongly
flavored honeys in spreads or other recipes where a distinct honey
flavor is desired.
Note:
Honey should not be fed to infants under one year of age. Honey
is a safe and wholesome food for children and adults.
Honey
Lemon Basil Sauce
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2 |
tablespoons chopped onion |
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1/4 |
cup butter or margarine |
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1/4 |
cup honey |
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2 |
tablespoons lemon juice |
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1 |
teaspoon dried basil
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Cook onion in butter until onion is translucent.
Stir in remaining ingredients and bring to boil. Serve over
carrots, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, or squash. Makes
about 1/2 cup.
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Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
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Honey
Barbecue Sauce
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1 |
can (10 1/2oz.) condensed tomato
soup |
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1/2 |
cup honey |
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2 |
tablespoons Worchestershire sauce |
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2-3 |
tablespoons salad oil |
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1 |
tablespoon lemon juice |
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1 |
teaspoon mustard |
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Dash cayenne or bottled hot pepper
sauce (optional) |
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In saucepan, combine all ingredients and bring
to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Makes
about 2 cups.
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| Serving Tip: Can be served
as a dipping sauce for convenience chicken pieces. |
| Preparation Time:
Less than 15 minutes |
Honey
Poppy Seed Dressing
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3/4 |
cup mayonnaise |
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1/3 |
cup honey |
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2 |
tablespoons poppy seeds |
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1 |
tablespoon Dijon mustard |
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Salt and pepper to taste |
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Combine all ingredients; blend well. Makes
1 1/3 cups.
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| Serving Tip: Delicious with
green salads and fruit salads. |
| Preparation Time:
Less than 15 minutes |
Honey
Caramel Sauce
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1 1/2 |
cups honey |
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1/2 |
cup heavy cream |
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1 |
tablespoon butter or margarine |
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1 |
teaspoon vanilla |
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1/8 |
teaspoon salt |
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Combine honey and cream in heavy saucepan;
cook and stir over medium-high heat until mixture reaches
238 degrees F. Stir in butter, vanilla and salt. Makes
1 3/4 cups.
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| Serving Tip: Serve warm
over ice cream, custard and pudding. |
| Preparation Time:
Less than 30 minutes |
Spiced
Honey Butter
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1/2 |
cup butter or margarine, softened
to room temperature |
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1/4 |
cup honey |
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1 |
teaspoon grated orange peel |
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1/2 |
teaspoon ground cinnamon |
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Combine all ingredients and mix well. Serve
with biscuits, bread or toast. Makes about 3/4 cup.
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| Preparation Time:
Less than 15 minutes |
Honey
Pineapple Topping
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1 |
can (15 1/4oz) pineapple tidbits |
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1/4 |
cup honey |
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1/4 |
cup melted butter |
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2 |
tablespoons lemon juice |
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1 |
teaspoon grated lemon peel |
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Dash ground nutmeg |
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1/2 |
cup water |
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1 |
tablespoon cornstarch |
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Drain
pineapple, reserving syrup; set aside. Combine reserved syrup,
honey, butter, lemon juice, lemon peel, and nutmeg in saucepan;
heat to boil. Combine water and cornstarch; stir into honey
mixture and cook 1 minute longer. Stir in drained pineapple.
Makes about 2 1/2 cups. Serve on pancakes or waffles
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| Preparation
Time: Less
than 15 minutes |
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