Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful for the blessings in our lives. At Harrison Honey Farm, we are grateful for the bees that make our delicious honey possible. This Thanksgiving, we invite you to celebrate with us by enjoying some of our favorite honey-inspired recipes.
Honey-Glazed Turkey
No Thanksgiving feast is complete without a turkey, and our honey-glazed turkey recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. The honey glaze adds a touch of sweetness to the savory turkey, making it a perfect centerpiece for your holiday meal.
Ingredients:
1 turkey (12-14 pounds)
1/2 cup Harrison Honey Farm honey
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
Preheat oven to 325°F.
Rinse turkey and pat dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, butter, orange juice, orange zest, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Brush honey mixture over turkey, making sure to coat evenly.
Roast turkey for 3-4 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Let turkey rest for 20-30 minutes before carving.
Honey-Glazed Carrots
These honey-glazed carrots are a delicious and healthy side dish that will complement any Thanksgiving meal. The sweetness of the honey pairs perfectly with the earthy flavor of the carrots, making them a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons Harrison Honey Farm honey
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Add carrots and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender.
Add honey and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until carrots are glazed.
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley.
Honey-Pecan Pie
No Thanksgiving meal is complete without a slice of pie, and our honey-pecan pie is the perfect way to end your holiday feast. The honey adds a subtle sweetness to the pecans, making this pie a delicious and unique dessert.
Ingredients:
1 pie crust
1 cup Harrison Honey Farm honey
3 eggs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups pecans
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a large bowl, whisk together honey, eggs, butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
Stir in pecans.
Pour mixture into pie crust.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until filling is set.
Let pie cool before serving.
We hope you enjoy these honey-inspired recipes this Thanksgiving. From our family to yours, we wish you a happy and healthy holiday season!.