Simple Syrup

This rich syrup is very versatile. It can be made with many different ingredients or just plain and simple. Add a touch of sweetness to any part of your meal. 

-Saucy Mama

Simple Syrup

Yield: 24 - 1 tablespoon servings

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup water

 Equipment

Sauce pot/pan

Spatula

Magical Butter Filter Press or fine strainer

Quart-size Mason Jar

Optional

Substitute granulated sugar with caster sugar, cane sugar, demerara sugar, turbinado sugar, light and dark brown sugar. 

Substitute the water with a different beverage to create unique flavors.

Use up to 2 tablespoons of herbs, 1-2 teaspoons of extracts or dried chilies to flavor your syrup.

How To

Add sugar and water (if using herbs, add here) to your pot.

Over medium heat, stir with a spatula until dissolved.

Bring to a boil and then remove from the heat and let cool for 5 minutes.

Add extracts if using and stir to blend homogenously. Strain into a jar and enjoy!

Refrigerate for up to a month!