Demerara Simple Syrup

Name: Demerara Simple Syrup
Yield: makes 1 quart
Ingredients: 1 pound demerara sugar; 2 cups water

January 24, 2012

Recipe information

1 pound demerara sugar

2 cups water

Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Let cool, then store in a bottle. The syrup will keep for 4 days, refrigerated.

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