Simple Lemon Syrup

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.

Simple Syrup

I suppose that in a pinch, you could also use Trader Joe's simple syrup; but it's so easy to make this I'm not sure why you would buy it pre-made.

Ingredients

2 c. organic granulated sugar
2 c. water

Directions

Combine water and sugar in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved completely. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature before using.

This stays "fresh" for weeks in the refrigerator.