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Simple Syrup

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  • ACTIVE:
  • TOTAL TIME: 5 MIN
  • SERVINGS: makes about 1 1/4 cups
  • •BASIC-EASY
  • •FAST
  • •MAKE-AHEAD

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  1. 1 cup sugar
  2. 1 cup water
  1. In a small saucepan, bring the sugar and water to a boil; let simmer for 3 minutes until the sugar is dissolved.
Make Ahead The syrup can be refrigerated for 3 weeks.