Simple Syrup

Name: Simple Syrup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1-2/3 cups
Ingredients: 2 cups sugar; 1 cup water

Total Time Prep: 15 min. + cooling

Yield 1-2/3 cups

Test Kitchen Approved

This is used to sweeten a variety of mixed drinks, but can also be used to sweeten iced tea or coffee.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Ingredients

2 cups sugar
1 cup water

Directions

In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature.
Transfer to a container with a tight-fitting lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

This is used to sweeten a variety of mixed drinks, but can also be used to sweeten iced tea or coffee.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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