Fall is a wonderful season to indulge in sweet treats that incorporate the warm and comforting flavors of the season. Honey is a versatile ingredient that pairs well with many fall flavors like cinnamon, apples, pears, and pumpkin. Here are some delicious honey treats perfect for the fall season:
Honey’s benefits have been touted since antiquity — and it turns out the ancient Greeks and Romans were onto something: Honey really can hit the sweet spot when it comes to our health.
Though honey — a sweet, sticky liquid made by honeybees from flower nectar — is technically a sugar, “it’s also really rich in a lot of different bioactive substances,” says Mayo Clinic registered dietitian (and hobbyist beekeeper) Joy Heimgartner. Those include a range of good-for-you minerals, probiotics, enzymes, antioxidants and other phytochemicals. There are four common types of honey: Raw honey is defined by the National Honey Board as “honey as it exists in the beehive or as obtained by extraction, settling or straining without adding heat.” Manuka honey, produced from the flowers of manuka trees, is known for its unique antibacterial properties, attributed to a compound called methylglyoxal, says Jordan Hill, lead registered dietitian for Top Nutrition Coaching.
Organic honey is produced without the use of synthetic chemicals, pesticides or GMOs. And locally produced honey has been reported to provide relief from seasonal allergies to local pollen, though scientific evidence to support that claim is limited, says Hill. According to Hill, honey can be substituted for sugar in recipes, but remember: It has a distinctive flavor (which varies depending on the source flowers); it’s sweeter than sugar (the general rule of thumb is to use ¾ to 1 cup of honey for every 1 cup of sugar); it’s a liquid, so you may need to cut back on other liquids or slightly increase the dry ingredients in a recipe; and it browns more quickly than sugar (so reduce the oven temperature by 25°F).
But whatever way you use honey — in a recipe or as a condiment — always keep in mind that it is a sweetener. “Honey is a supersaturated sugar solution, and we should limit added sugars of all types,” says Heimgartner. Still, “if you’re looking for a sweetener that has more to offer, honey is fantastic.” Honey’s benefits Here are six reasons why. Continue reading 6 Health Benefits of Honey
Summer is officially here and we’re here to show you how just a touch of honey can make your summer memories sweeter and your menus a whole lot more delicious! From appetizers to desserts and every meal in between, Pahrump honey’s versatility brings something special to every part of your menu.
There is so much to love about summer, and around here, the food is at the top of our list. Pahrump Honey truly shines in the summer; from sweetening lemonades and sweet teas and serving as a topping for ice cream and grilled fruit to balancing fresh dips and marinating grilled meats. We recently shared our favorite grilling with honey tips and recipes (which can be found here), but today we wanted to focus more on the cooler, fresher side of the summer menu and are highlighting our favorite produce partners, salads and cool treats that are sure to help you beat the heat of these warm summer days. Scroll down to see the receipies
Continue reading Tame the Heat of Summer with these Honey Recipes
Recipes for Halloween – Peanut butter and honey go together like ghosts and haunted houses. This amazing concoction can be customized with your favourite Halloween candy! Use peanut free candy and sunflower seed butter if you’d like to make a nut free version.
Continue reading 3 Sweet & Spooky Honey Recipes for Halloween
YIELD: Makes 6 servings
INGREDIENTS
For Honey Mint Lime Syrup:
1/4 cup – Pahrump honey
1/4 cup – fresh lime juice
2 T – mint, chopped
For Citrus Fruit Salad:
2 – navel oranges
1 – white grapefruit
2 – pink or red grapefruits
DIRECTIONS
Cut and peel, removing white pith of oranges and grapefruits. Cut between membranes to release citrus segments and add all fruit to a large bowl. (Can prepare this a day ahead of time and refrigerate).
In a medium bowl, whisk Pahrump honey, lime juice and mint together. Pour honey mint syrup over prepared fruit and toss gently until all fruit is combined and coated. Let citrus salad stand for about 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Garnish with mint before serving.
YIELD: Makes 8 servings
INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups – plain 2% greek yogurt
1 cup – non-fat cream cheese
1 tsp. – vanilla
1/4 cup plus 1 T – honey
3 – egg whites, (9 T if using the kind in a carton)
1/4 cup – arrowroot starch or cornstarch
1 T – lemon zest
1/4 cup – lemon juice
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Whisk together yogurt and cream cheese in a large bowl. Add remaining ingredients and mix until all ingredients are incorporated. It will look thin and watery, but that’s ok.
Pour mixture into a greased 8-by-8-inch circle pan (springform is best). Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove from oven.
Chill in fridge overnight, or for at least 8 hours.
After chilled, cut into 8 slices and serve. Store leftovers in the fridge.
YIELD: Makes 4 servings
INGREDIENTS
For Honey Berry Syrup:
1/2 cup – Pahrump honey
1/2 cup – filtered cold water
2 cups – 100% orange juice
1/4 cup – fresh ginger root, peeled and minced
2 cups – fresh stawberries, thinly sliced
3 cups – sparkling water, chilled
For Garnish:
4 – fresh orange slices
1 cup – fresh strawberries, thinly sliced
4 – large fresh mint sprigs
DIRECTIONS
YIELD: Makes 2 servings
INGREDIENTS
For Salad:
1/2 cup – watermelon, cut into 3/4″ cubes
pinch of kosher salt
pinch of ground black pepper
1/2 cup – arugula
1/2 cup – frisee lettuce
For Vinaigrette:
1/4 cup – lime juice
1/8 cup – apple cider vinegar
4 T – Pahrump honey
Continue reading WATERMELON SALAD WITH HONEY CHILI VINAIGRETTE
In one study, children ages 1 to 5 with upper respiratory tract infections were given up to 2 teaspoons (10 milliliters) of honey at bedtime. The honey seemed to reduce nighttime coughing and improve sleep. In fact, in the study, honey appeared to be as effective as a common cough suppressant ingredient, dextromethorphan, in typical over-the-counter doses. Since honey is low-cost and widely available, it might be worth a try.
However, never give honey to a child younger than age 1. And remember: Coughing isn’t all bad. It helps clear mucus from your airway. If you or your child is otherwise healthy, there’s usually no reason to suppress a cough. Mayo Clinic Pritish K. Tosh, M.D.
Further, coughing is a common problem for children with upper respiratory infections. These infections can affect sleep and quality of life for both children and parents.
However, common cough medications are not always effective and can have side effects. Interestingly, honey may be a good alternative, with evidence indicating that it’s an effective treatment option. One review of several studies on honey and cough in children found that honey appears to be more effective than diphenhydramine for cough symptoms. It may also help reduce cough duration.
Another review noted that it may also improve sleep quality among children with coughs, as well as their parents. Further, unlike some cough medicines, honey doesn’t have any side effects.
