Golden Eagle Syrup Made In Alabama

 I decided to do a topic that might get a little sticky! Seriously, This is a Southern Tradition for Alabamians. This is great used over buttered biscuits, waffles, pancakes, & other tasty treats. Listed below is a little history, how you can purchase this fine syrup, & some recipes.....

Little History:

• It has been in business in Fayette,Alabama from 1928 till present.
• The original owners & creators of this syrup is a couple known as Mr. & Mrs. Victor Patterson Sr.
• This was 1st produced out of a shed in the back yard of this couples home.
• This company was taking over by the children after the deaths of both parents & is formerly run & operated by brothers-in-laws, "Trent Mobley" & "Vic Herren" & their wives.

Facts:

• Golden Eagle Syrup is a thick, rich, infused honey syrup.
• It is combined cane sugar syrup, corn syrup, pure honey, & cane molasses.
• It possesses a mild & sweet flavor.
• It comes in glass jars.
• You can find  these in Piggly Wiggly store locations & other in several states or just order online from the website listed below....

Recommended Recipes:

Recipes from Golden Eagle Syrup Website....(I have had some of these when I was growing up!)

1. Famous Pecan Pie- 3 eggs
   1/2 cup sugar
   1 cup Golden Eagle Syrup
   1/4 teaspoon salt
   1 teaspoon vanilla
   2 Tablespoons melted butter
   1 cup chopped pecans
   1 deep dish 9-inch unbaked pie shell

    
   Slightly beat eggs, mix in sugar, Golden Eagle Syrup, salt, vanilla and butter. Sprinkle pecans in unbaked pie shell and add filling. Bake in preheated oven at 350 degrees for approximately 45 minutes.
   Note: Pie will thicken as it cools.

   For Chocolate Pecan Pie: Increase sugar to one cup. Combine 1/4 cup of cocoa with butter and follow recipe above.

    
2. Baked Beans- 2 cans (16 oz.) pork & beans
   1/4 to 1/2 cup Golden Eagle Syrup
   1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
   1 medium onion, chopped
   1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
   1 Tablespoon prepared mustard

    

   
   Mix all ingredients and pour into greased 3-quart pan or casserole. Bake at 325 degrees for 35-45 minutes. Stir occasionally.
   
   Variations: Mix with beans: (1) one pound ground beef, (crumbled, cooked and drained); (2) one pound chopped franks; (3) 5-6 slices bacon (fried crisp) crumbled over top; (4) place strips of bacon on top while cooking.

    
3. Easy Glaze Ham- 1 cup Golden Eagle Syrup
   3 Tablespoons prepared mustard
   1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
   1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
   Dash ground cloves

    

    

    

   In 2-quart sauce pan combine all ingredients. Stirring constantly, bring to boil over medium heat and boil 5 minutes. Brush frequently on ham during last 1/2 hour of baking.
   Makes 1 cup.

    
4. Bar-B-Que Sauce- 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
   3 Tablespoons margarine
   1/3 cup Golden Eagle Syrup
   1/3 cup vinegar
   1 cup ketchup
   2 teaspoons prepared mustard
   1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
   1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
   1/8 teaspoon salt
   1/8 teaspoon pepper
   1/8 teaspoon garlic salt

   Saute onion in margarine. Add remaining ingredients and cook on low to medium heat for 30 minutes or to desired thickness.

    
5. Oatmeal Cookies- 2 sticks corn oil margarine
   1 cup Golden Eagle Syrup
   1/2 cup sugar
   2 eggs
   1 teaspoon vanilla
   2 cups flour
   1 teaspoon cinnamon
   3/4 teaspoon baking soda
   1/2 teaspoon salt
   3 cups old-fashioned oats
   1 cup nuts, chopped
   1 cup raisins

   Cream margarine with Golden Eagle Syrup and sugar, add eggs and vanilla. Mix dry ingredients and add to syrup mixture. Add oats, nuts and raisins. Mix well. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto baking sheet. Bake to golden brown at 375 degrees, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from sheet at once.
   Makes 4 dozen.

    

You can order this online by using PayPal, Visa, or Mastercard by visiting; http://www.goldeneaglesyrup.com/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=6

or call them directly at 205-932-5294

Also, a unique website to visit is this one......

https://thealabamagiftcompany.ipower.com/osCommerce/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=94

Thanks for visiting this Hub!

Michael Gladden