Description
Fireweed: Smooth, light and pleasant with the unmistakable vanilla notes that are indicative of fireweed. Very floral and almost 'candy-like' ... a very pleasant honey for everyday use.
Flavor Profile: Vanilla tone with a hint of spice
Use: Sweetener for coffee or tea
Location: Snoqualmie, Washington
Fireweed honey, with its delicate and slightly spicy floral notes, is a wonderful addition to various pairings and recipes.
Pairings for Fireweed Honey
- Cheese: Fireweed honey pairs splendidly with a range of cheeses. Try it with creamy goat cheese or a mild brie. The honey's light floral notes create a delightful contrast with the creamy textures.
- Fruits: Fresh fruits like sliced peaches, berries, or crisp apples complement the honey's subtle flavors.
- Nuts: Almonds or walnuts drizzled with fireweed honey make a simple yet elegant snack.
- Bread and Pastries: Spread it on warm, crusty bread, scones, or croissants. The honey's lightness enhances without overpowering these baked goods.
- Tea: A spoonful in a cup of herbal or green tea can add a lovely sweetness.
Simple Recipes with Fireweed Honey
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Fireweed Honey Glazed Carrots
- Ingredients: Baby carrots, olive oil, salt, pepper, and fireweed honey.
- Method: Roast the baby carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Near the end of roasting, glaze with fireweed honey for a caramelized finish.
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Fireweed Honey Yogurt Parfait
- Ingredients: Greek yogurt, granola, fresh berries, and fireweed honey.
- Method: Layer the yogurt, granola, and berries in a glass. Drizzle with fireweed honey for a refreshing and healthy dessert or breakfast.
Creative Recipes
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Fireweed Honey Infused Duck Breast
- Ingredients: Duck breast, salt, pepper, garlic, thyme, and fireweed honey.
- Method: Season and sear the duck breast, finish cooking in the oven. Create a reduction sauce using pan drippings, garlic, thyme, and fireweed honey. Serve the sliced duck with the sauce.
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Fireweed Honey and Lavender Ice Cream
- Ingredients: Cream, milk, egg yolks, sugar, fireweed honey, dried lavender, and vanilla extract.
- Method: Infuse the cream and milk with lavender. Make a custard with egg yolks, sugar, and the infused cream. Stir in fireweed honey and vanilla before churning in an ice cream maker.
