Simple Syrup

Name: Simple Syrup
Yield: Makes 4 cups
Ingredients: 3 cups sugar; 3 cups water

August 1, 2007

Recipe information

3 cups sugar

3 cups water

Stir sugar and water in large saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat and simmer 3 minutes. Cool completely. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 month ahead. Cover; chill.

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