Lemon Simple Syrup

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Martha's Meyer Lemon Anniversary Cake Assembly
Yield:
4 cups

Make this lemon simple syrup for Martha's Meyer Lemon Anniversary Cake.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar

  • Zest from 1 lemon, plus 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Directions

  1. Heat sugar, zest, and 2 cups water in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring, until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil. Pour through a fine sieve into a medium bowl; discard solids. Let cool completely. Stir in lemon juice.

Cook's Notes

Syrup can be refrigerated, airtight, up to 1 month.

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