Honey Simple Syrup
This is so straightforward that it can hardly be called a recipe, but honey simple syrup is undoubtedly one of the most useful little tricks I have ever learned in the kitchen. When you combine equal parts honey and water, and then gently stir for just a couple of minutes over very low heat until the honey has dissolved, what you end up with is a fantastically versatile and complex syrup that will mix effortlessly into anything. It is indispensable for sweetening all kinds of cocktails, marinades, dressings, and more. Honey simple syrup is a truly workhorse ingredient that will up your kitchen game and substantially enrich your culinary repertoire...just like pure liquid gold.
Servings 4 ounces
Ingredients
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Pour the honey into a small saucepan, and then add the water.
- Place the saucepan over very low heat and stir just until the honey dissolves, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Allow the syrup to cool briefly, and then pour it into a clean jar.