Mint Lemon Syrup

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, plus 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons chiffonade of fresh mint, plus whole leaves for garnish
• 1 fresh mango, sliced
• 1 cup fresh berries

1. In a small saucepan over moderate heat, bring the sugar, 1/4 cup water, lemon juice and zest to a boil and cook until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has reduced by half.
2. Chill in the fridge at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours.
3. Right before serving, stir in the mint and pour over the mangos and berries.
4. Garnish with whole mint leaves.
5. BYOC: You will love this syrup so much you will be pouring it over fruit all year long.
6. For something a little different, try using fresh basil instead of the mint.
7. This also makes a fantastic base for a drink.
8. Try a mojito by adding a bit of rum and club soda.
9. Or try adding fresh ginger for a kick of warm spice.

granulated sugar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, chiffonade of fresh mint, fresh mango, fresh berries

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/claire-robinson/mint-lemon-syrup-recipe.html (may not work)