Strawberry Basil Syrup
Author: My Dragonfly Cafe
Recipe type: Breakfast
Serves: 1⅔ cup
- 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
- Rinse, core and quarter the strawberries. This should measure close to 4 cups.
- Place all ingredients in saucepan, except basil.
- Bring to a boil and continue stirring for about 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low medium for about 5 minutes.
- Add a sprig of basil and simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and take out basil.
- Allow to cool slightly before using; it should thicken a little more.
- Store any leftover syrup in the refrigerator.
Recipe by My Dragonfly Cafe at https://mydragonflycafe.com/strawberry-basil-syrup/
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