Makes about 1.5 cups
Ingredients
1 c. sugar
1 c. water
grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, lemon juice, and lemon zest over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about five minutes until sugar has dissolved.
Remove from heat and allow syrup to cool before using or storing.