The Sweet Gold - Over 80 Recipes - Natural and Aromatic Sweetener - The Importance of Honey for Health. Honey as an ingredient enriches cooking and baking. The sugar components caramelize, providing a full-bodied, unique flavor in both sweet and savory dishes. This liquid gold is the most natural alternative sweetener. Additionally, you can save calories with honey, as 100 g of honey contains about 75 kcal less than the same amount of granulated sugar. All the essential facts about honey, its health benefits, and its use in the kitchen are explained by Johann Gruscher, President of the Austrian Beekeepers' Association. The foolproof recipes from the magazine "Cooking & Kitchen" showcase the diverse applications of honey for savory delights, such as turkey leg with honey-sesame crust, cakes, and tortes.