Boil dandelions over stove in boiling water. Here’s what happens after a while

Dandelions aren’t just pesky weeds; they’re nature’s sweet gift waiting to be discovered in your backyard. Learn how to harness their golden potential and transform them into delightful dandelion honey.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Collect the Flowers:
   • Gather dandelion flowers on a sunny day, selecting full blooms away from chemicals.
2. Prepare the Flowers:
   • Rinse the flowers gently to remove dirt or insects.
   • Pluck the yellow petals, discarding the green parts to prevent bitterness.
3. Make the Infusion:
   • In a large pot, combine dandelion petals and water.
   • Bring to a boil, then simmer for about an hour.
   • Let the mixture steep for several hours or overnight for a stronger infusion.
4. Strain and Cook:
   • Strain the mixture to remove petals, returning liquid to the pot.
   • Add sugar and optional citrus juice.
   • Heat and stir until sugar dissolves.
5. Reduce to Sweetness:
   • Continue cooking until the mixture thickens to a syrupy consistency, adjusting time based on heat and liquid depth.
6. Bottle and Store:
   • Pour the hot syrup into sterilized jars.
   • Seal and allow to cool before refrigerating.
7. Enjoy:
   • Use your homemade dandelion honey to drizzle over pancakes, stir into yogurt, or sweeten your tea.