In years past, Simple Syrup was used a lot in cookery. I always made up Simple Syrup as a base for fresh fruit salads. Then healthy eating came in, and sugar was banished. Nowadays, Simple Syrup is used mostly in punches and alcohalic drinks.

Simple Syrup

 

1. Boil together one part water and one part white sugar until clear.

2. Cool.

 

Can be refrigerated up to a week.