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Basic Simple Syrup

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  • ACTIVE:
  • TOTAL TIME: 5 MIN
  • SERVINGS: makes about 1 1/2 cups
  • •FAST
  • •MAKE-AHEAD

  1. 1 cup sugar
  2. 1 cup water
  1. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water and bring to a boil. Simmer the mixture over moderate heat until the sugar dissolves.
Make Ahead The syrup can be refrigerated for up to 3 weeks.