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No-waste Strawberry Top Simple Syrup Recipe

No-waste Strawberry Top Simple Syrup Recipe

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Discover the delightful No-waste Strawberry Top Simple Syrup Recipe, a sustainable and flavorful way to utilize strawberry tops that would typically be discarded. This quick and easy syrup not only enhances your drinks and desserts but also promotes a zero-waste kitchen approach, saving money while adding a burst of fresh strawberry flavor to your meals. Ideal for summer barbecues, brunches, or cozy breakfasts at home, this syrup is versatile and can be customized with additional flavors like mint or lemon zest for a unique twist.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Approximately 4 half-pints (8 servings) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups strawberry tops
  • 4 cups sugar
  • 4 cups water

Instructions

  1. Wash the strawberry tops thoroughly and set them aside.
  2. In a small pot, combine the strawberry tops with water and sugar (maintaining a 1:1 ratio).
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the color changes.
  4. Strain the mixture through a sieve to separate the liquid from solids.
  5. Return the liquid to the pot and reduce it by simmering until it thickens slightly.
  6. Allow cooling before storing in jars in the refrigerator.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 95
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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