MINT BASIL CUCUMBER SIMPLE SYRUP

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Found this recipe in a copy of "Bon appetit". Looking for a substitute for the pop that was being consumed in this house. Great taste when added to a glass of cold water.

Provided by bjd44535

Categories     Beverages

Time P1DT10m

Yield 48 tablespoons, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cucumber, diced
10 basil leaves
10 mint leaves

Steps:

  • Combine water and sugar in sauce pan.
  • Bring to simmer and stir until sugar has dissolved.
  • Turn heat off and add cucumber, basil and mint.
  • Remove from heat, place lid on pan and leave overnight, (longer the mixture sits, the better it tastes).
  • Strain and store in fridge.
  • Add 2 tbsp of syrup to 8 oz. of good cold water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49.6, Sodium 0.7, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 12.6, Protein 0.1

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