Simple Sugar Syrup

Name: Simple Sugar Syrup
Yield: Makes 2 1/2 cups
Ingredients: 2 cups sugar; 2 cups water

By Sheila Lukins

November 7, 2007

Recipe information

2 cups sugar

2 cups water

Place 2 cups sugar and 2 cups water in a saucepan; bring it to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently until the sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Cool to room temperature. The syrup can be used immediately or stored in a covered container until needed.

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