Homemade Golden Syrup
Ingredients:
- 200g / 7 oz sugar
- 60ml / 1/4 cup water
- 600ml / 1.25 pints hot water
- 1 kg / 2.2lb sugar
- 1/4 lemon
Instructions:
1. Dissolve first sugar and water in a pan over heat. Cook until golden or reaches 150°C/300°F .
2. Slowly add hot water (it will bubble), then stir in remaining sugar and lemon .
3. Boil, then simmer 45 minutes .
4. Cool slightly, remove lemon, strain into sterilized jar .
5. Seal and store for months .
