Legume Free Simple Syrup
Sweet, versatile, and endlessly useful, this two-ingredient syrup is a kitchen staple that belongs in every home cook's fridge. It comes together in just a few minutes on the stovetop, dissolving granulated sugar into water over gentle heat until the liquid turns perfectly clear and silky. Because it's nothing but sugar and water, it's naturally free from legumes and any of the hidden additives that can sneak into store-bought flavored syrups or cocktail mixers. The key is keeping the heat moderate and pulling the pan before it boils, which gives you a smooth, pourable consistency without any crystallization. Once cooled and bottled, it keeps beautifully in the refrigerator and is ready to sweeten iced coffee, lemonade, cocktails, or homemade desserts at a moment's notice. Simple as it sounds, having a jar of this on hand genuinely changes how you cook and mix drinks.
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16 servings
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved and the liquid is clear, about 3–4 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat and let the syrup cool in the pan for 20 minutes, until it reaches room temperature.
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