Perfect Blueberry Syrup

Perfect Blueberry Syrup
Perfect Blueberry Syrup might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe makes 6 servings with 330 calories, 1g of protein, and 0g of fat each. This recipe covers 5% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up blueberries, lemon juice, sugar, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, fodmap friendly, and vegan diet.

Instructions

1
In a pot, combine the blueberries with 1 cup of the water. Crush the berries with a potato masher and bring to a simmer. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Strain the juice into a heatproof measuring cup, pressing hard on the solids. Discard the solids.
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2
Rinse out the pot.
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Add the sugar, lemon zest and the remaining 3 cups of water and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Boil the syrup over moderate heat until it registers 225 on a candy thermometer, about 20 minutes.
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4
Add the blueberry juice and lemon juice and boil over high heat for 1 minute.
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5
Let the syrup cool, then discard the lemon zest.
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6
Pour the syrup into just-cleaned bottles. Seal and refrigerate for up to 6 months.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings6
Health Score2
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