Make Your Own Hot Honey

Honey has become very expensive, and the specialty honey is over the top.  I decided it would be more cost effective to figure out how to make my own hot honey.  I like to use it to add a sweet and spicy kick to fried chicken, salad dressing and lots of other dishes/sauces.  

1 cup honey

6 garlic cloves, minced

1 Tbsp red pepper flakes

2 tsp smoked paprika

1/4 tsp kosher salt

Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan and heat slowly over medium-low heat.

Simmer, stirring frequently, until honey is fragrant, about 5 minutes.  

Remove from heat and let cool for 30 minutes. 

Store up to 2 weeks in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.