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Recipe

Simple Syrup

In a pinch, this base syrup can be used in place of honey or agave nectar. Not just for mixed drinks, just stir in flavoring of choice, such as pure maple extract, for an inexpensive replacement for Maple syrup.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup evaporated cane juice, or light brown sugar, or turbinado, or date sugar, or granulated sweetener of choice
  • 1 cup water

Method

  1. Place saucepan with 1 cup water over medium high heat; stir in sugar.
  2. Bring mixture to a boil; stir until sugar is dissolved.
  3. Remove pan from heat; cool completely.

Pour syrup off into container with tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate up to 1 month. Servings: 1 cup. Prep Time: 5 minutes. Cook Time: 10 minutes.