Let's discover a gastronomic treasure: truffle honey! The truffle, a true black star of gastronomy, has been celebrated for centuries for its captivating fragrance and its role as a jewel in French cuisine. Truffle and honey, together, capture the very essence of culinary elegance. Zoom in on three recipes to enjoy this unexpected honey!
Truffle, a culinary treasure
The culinary history of truffles dates back to ancient times, when they were already prized by the Greeks and Romans for their aromatic properties. However, in the Middle Ages, truffles were temporarily abandoned due to their resemblance to mushrooms, which were considered undesirable.
During the Renaissance, truffles made a strong comeback in European cuisine, particularly in France and Italy. They became a delicacy at banquets in royal courts and on noble tables. The fascination produced by the black truffle of Périgord is therefore not new, and from what we can see, it is not about to die out... Although many of our beliefs have disappeared, some stories have nevertheless survived to this day, leaving the tradition intact.
Great gastronomes have made it the black diamond of gastronomy. Its intense taste and unique aroma have made it a prized ingredient by great contemporary chefs.
In the 19th century, the search for truffles intensified with the use of specially trained dogs to detect them underground. Truffle farmers began to cultivate truffle fields to increase the production of these precious mushrooms.
Today, the truffle continues to be a high-end ingredient, used in gourmet cuisine around the world. There are also brotherhoods dedicated to the truffle, such as La Noble Confrérie de la Truffe Noire en Drôme des Collines or the Confrérie du Diamant noir et de la Gastronomie, which play a key role in celebrating this mushroom. These brotherhoods are actively involved in promoting the black truffle by organizing various events such as markets, festivals and cooking workshops, both in France and abroad. Their mission is to promote the truffle throughout the world, sharing this gastronomic treasure with lovers of flavors.
Truffle honey
A symbol of French cuisine par excellence, the Périgord truffle is nicknamed the "Diamond of the kitchen". Its subtle and refined taste makes it an ingredient frequently used to enhance the taste and accompany exceptional dishes. At the honey house, the truffle is combined with acacia honey for a blend that is as bold as it is delicious.
Our Acacia & Périgord Truffle honey is a bold combination that will seduce the most refined palates. Surprise yourself and your guests with this original nectar. It is an exceptional product with a powerful aroma that will add an original touch to your dishes.
Acacia honey is a 100% natural monofloral honey that is highly appreciated. Liquid and transparent, it gives off a subtle floral fragrance and a very sweet flavor that contrasts with the very characteristic aroma of truffles.
Very aromatic, the Périgord Truffle honey will please honey lovers and gourmets eager to discover new flavors. This combination of honey and Truffle will be a major asset in your kitchen, to enhance your sauces or as a topping for your salads. It goes well with foie gras, duck breast, as well as cheeses. You can also enjoy it on a slice of toast!
This honey should be stored at room temperature, around 20°C, away from heat and humidity. Our honeys are extracted and packaged cold. To preserve all their benefits and flavors, our honeys are not pasteurized, so they may crystallize, which does not detract from their quality. To restore it to a liquid state, you can place it in a bain-marie until the crystals disappear. In order to guarantee their purity and origin, our honeys are systematically analyzed before being put into jars.
1. Hot toast with goat cheese, truffle honey and rosemary
Discover a simple and delicious recipe for hot toast with goat cheese, truffle honey and rosemary. Easy to prepare, these toasts are perfect for an aperitif or starter!
Number of people: 2
Level: easy
Preparation time: 10 min
Ingredients :
- Truffle honey
- 6 slices of seeded bread
- 1 log of goat cheese
- Rosemary
- Pumpkin or flax seeds
- Salad
- 1 golden apple
Preparation steps:
- Place two fairly thick slices of goat's cheese on 6 slices of seeded bread, a drizzle of truffle honey, rosemary and a few seeds.
- Place under the grill for 5 minutes until the toasts are golden brown.
- Prepare a bed of salad with half an apple per person, and season to taste.
2. Capon with truffle honey in a pressure cooker
Thanks to the pressure cooker, this quick preparation capon with truffle honey will allow you to enjoy a delicious and festive dish with ease. A gourmet option to delight your guests without too much effort in the kitchen.
Number of people: 8
Level: medium
Preparation time: 1h45
Ingredients :
- 100g truffle honey
- 1 capon of about 1.5kg
- 500g of chestnuts
- 500g of new potatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon of powdered sugar
- Pepper, salt
Preparation steps:
- Place the capon with the truffle honey, ginger, salt and pepper in the pressure cooker and cover halfway with water.
- Let the capon cook for 30 min.
- Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables: be sure to separate them well, as they will be added as they cook.
- Wash and brush the new potatoes well to remove any soil.
- After 30 minutes of cooking, open the casserole dish, smell and adjust the taste.
- Preheat the oven to thermostat 7 (210°C).
- Add the chestnuts, close the oven and wait 5 minutes for cooking.
- Open the pressure cooker again and add the potatoes, close and wait 8-10 minutes of cooking.
- At the end of cooking, take an ovenproof dish, place the vegetables under the capon with the sauce and sprinkle everything with sugar then bake for 10/15 min in a hot oven (210°C) until the capon is golden.
- Serve with the sauce on the side.
3. Truffle honey gingerbread
Truffle honey gingerbread is a treat to be enjoyed without moderation! It will be excellent eaten alone, or accompanied by a cup of tea. It is also delicious accompanied by foie gras for a starter. Gingerbread is better the next day and even the days after. To keep it well, wrap it in a clean cloth.
Level: easy
Preparation time: 1h20
Ingredients :
- 50 or 60 g of truffle honey
- 125 g of wheat flour
- 125 g chestnut flour
- 200 g of honey
- 175 ml of water
- 5 g mixed spices (cinnamon, anise, ginger, coriander, cardamom, cloves) You can find this special gingerbread mix in grocery stores.
- 1 tsp baking soda
Preparation steps:
- In a small saucepan, heat the water and pour in the honey. Stir until the honey is dissolved in the water.
- In a salad bowl, mix all the dry ingredients. Gradually add the honey to this mixture, stirring constantly.
- Pour everything into a cake tin and bake for about an hour at 150°C.
Honey brings its delicacy to the finest dishes. When it and truffle meet, it is a symphony of flavors that invites itself to our table. Want to discover other ways of cooking honey? Discover our delicious recipe for roasted camembert with honey and rosemary.
