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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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A really yummy syrup that can be used for a great drink! Adapted from Bon Appetit magazine(May 2006). Suggested uses for syrup:Place chopped mango or lime along with some mint in a glass. Muddle (mash), add ginger spice syrup, top with club soda or/and drink of choice. For a party, put out bowls of blueberries, chopped kiwi and pineapples, strawberries, etc. Have fun! Ingredients:
2 cups water |
2 cups sugar |
3 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled, grated |
3 cinnamon sticks |
3 whole star anise |
1 pinch ground nutmeg |
Directions:
1. Bring ingredients to a boil on medium high heat, stirring often until the sugar dissolves.
2. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
3. Remove from heat. Cover and let sit about 1 hour to steep.
4. Strain syrup into a small pitcher; discard the solids in a strainer.
5. Cover and chill in refrigerator until syrup is cold, about 3 hours.
6. May be made up to 1 week ahead. Keep refrigerated until using.
7. Enjoy!
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