Strawberry Basil Syrup

by Jane

Strawberry Basil Syrup has a vibrantly fresh flavor which lingers as your taste buds try to discriminate between the strawberries and that mystery flavor.  It’s not overpowering, but when combined with strawberries, its subtle flavor is sublime! This is a great companion to Summer’s Sweet Corn Pancakes.  Two seasons of freshness in one mouthful! YUM! Or even my Heavenly Belgian Waffles…. or a topping on ice cream!

I’m past the local strawberry season so I purchased a 1 pound container from the grocery store. I rinsed, cored and quartered them.

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All ingredients. except the basil, were placed in a saucepan.

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Bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir constantly  for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium low. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 more minutes.

Add a sprig of fresh basil and simmer for about 3 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and take out basil. Allow to cool  slightly before using.

 

 

 

 

 

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Strawberry Basil Syrup

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Serves: 1⅔ cup

Fresh strawberry syrup lightly infused with basil is a sweet delight! Drizzle it on pancakes or on ice cream!
Ingredients
  • 1 pound of strawberries washed, cored and quartered
  • 1 c. sugar ( I used Sugar in the Raw.)
  • 3 T. freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 t. vanilla
  • a sprig of basil
Instructions
  1. Rinse, core and quarter the strawberries. This should measure close to 4 cups.
  2. Place all ingredients in saucepan, except basil.
  3. Bring to a boil and continue stirring for about 5 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low medium for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add a sprig of basil and simmer for about 3 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and take out basil.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before using; it should thicken a little more.
  8. Store any leftover syrup in the refrigerator.
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