Lemon Simple Syrup

• Pour the granulated sugar and water into a small saucepan.
• Cook over medium heat, and stir continuously until the mixture just starts to boil. It usually takes about 3 minutes for my simple syrup to reach a boil.
• Remove from heat and stir in the zest and juice of 1 small lemon. Pour into a separate container and cool to room temperature. If you don't want any zest in the finished syrup, pour it through a fine mesh strainer. I like to keep my simple syrup in mason jars for easy storage.
• If you're making this in advance, it can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.