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Simple Syrup

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You'll use this mixture to sweeten all three gelati. But the syrup is also useful for sweetening iced tea, fresh fruit drinks, and flavored cocktails.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 4 cups

Ingredients

3 cups water
3 cups sugar

Preparation

  1. Combine 3 cups water and 3 cups sugar in medium saucepan. Stir sugar and water over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Increase the heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer 3 minutes. Transfer syrup to bowl and chill thoroughly. DO AHEAD: Syrup can be made 2 weeks ahead. Cover and keep refrigerated.

TagsCondimentDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVeganVegetarianQuickEasyMeal PrepSimmerSummerBon Appétit
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