Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh eucalyptus leaves, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp salt
Special equipment needed:
- Candy thermometer
- Lozenge molds
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine honey, eucalyptus leaves, lemon juice, powdered sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Stir well.
2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it reaches 300°F on a candy thermometer.
3. Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool for a minute or two.
4. Pour the mixture into lozenge molds and let it cool completely.
5. Once the lozenges are completely cool, remove them from the molds and store them in an airtight container.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Heat mixture over medium heat until it reaches 300°F on a candy thermometer.
Serving size:
- Makes approximately 20 lozenges.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 70
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If fresh eucalyptus leaves are not available, you can use 1/4 cup of dried eucalyptus leaves instead.
- You can substitute the corn syrup with honey or maple syrup.
Variations:
- You can add other herbs such as peppermint or thyme for added flavor and health benefits.
Tips and tricks:
- Be careful when handling hot syrup as it can cause burns.
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the mixture reaches the correct temperature.
- Grease the lozenge molds with cooking spray to make it easier to remove the lozenges.
Storage instructions:
- Store the lozenges in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- No reheating necessary.
Presentation ideas:
- Place the lozenges in a decorative jar with a label.
Garnishes:
- None.
Pairings:
- None.
Suggested side dishes:
- None.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too sticky, add more powdered sugar.
- If the mixture is too hard, add more corn syrup.
Food safety advice:
- Be careful when handling hot syrup as it can cause burns.
- Do not consume if allergic to any of the ingredients.
Food history:
- Eucalyptus has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries, particularly for respiratory issues.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet and herbal.
Serving suggestions:
- Take one lozenge as needed for sore throat or cough.
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Region: Australian
Taste: Minty, Herbal, Refreshing, Tangy