Orange Simple Syrup Recipe

Step 1

Heat a small pot over medium high heat.

Step 2

Peel the orange with a vegetable peeler, avoiding most of the with pith under the orange skin.

Step 3

Combine the orange peel, sugar, and water in the pot.

Step 4

Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 5

Remove from heat and let the orange peel sit in the syrup to infuse, at least one hour.

Step 6

Strain the peel out of the syrup if desired using a fine mesh strainer. Store the syrup in a container. Keep the syrup refrigerated up to one month.