Confiture De Crameillotte (Dandelion Flower Jelly)

• dandelion flowers (only the yellow, no green and definitely no stems)↗1 liter
• water↗1 liter
• lemons↗3 slices
• vanilla bean, cut in half↗1
• sugar↗1 kg

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Pick the dandelions in full sunshine. Try to pick dandelions that have no chemicals on them.

2. 2

   Pull off all the dandelion petals and put them in a pot with the water, lemon slices and vanilla bean. Simmer for about 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Let the mixture sit by the side of the stove for 5 to 6 hours.

4. 4

   Strain to separate the petals from the juice. Return the juice to the pot and bring to a simmer. Slowly add the sugar and simmer until desired thickness (takes about 4 hours).

5. 5

   Serve on toast or muffins.