Gingerbread Simple Syrup (syrup for the Basic eggnog) by
DebraSue
Ingredients
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water
1/4 cup minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon clove
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup
granulated sugar
1 cup
water
1/4 cup
minced fresh ginger
1/2
teaspoon nutmeg
1/2
teaspoon clove
1/2
teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan over high heat, and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. When the mixture boils, lower the heat to a simmer, and simmer 15-20 minutes, covered. Then, take the mixture off the heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer.
Transfer into a bottle to serve. Syrup will keep, refrigerated in an airtight container, for up to 2 weeks
Servings: 2