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Basil Simple Syrup

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by: Michelle Palm
Updated Sep 28, 2014
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Easy flavorful syrup - perfect for use in flavored ice cubes or cocktails!

Basil Simple Syrup

  • Prep Time 10 min
  • Total 25 min
  • Servings 16
  • Ingredients 3
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  • Step 
    1
    Heat ingredients over medium heat, stirring occassionally, until sugar has dissolved.
  • Step 
    2
    Remove from heat, and allow to steep for about 15 minutes.
  • Step 
    3
    Strain syrup.
  • Step 
    4
    Keeps for about a week in the refrigerator, stored in an airtight container.

Nutrition

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