Homemade Corn Syrup Substitute ( Simple Syrup )

Homemade Corn Syrup Substitute ( Simple Syrup )

http://www.food.com/recipe/homemade-corn-syrup-substitute-simple-syrup-74080

Ingredients 

Yield 2 cups 

• 2 cups white sugar
• ³⁄₄ cup water
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
3. Reduce heat to a simmer and put cover for 3 minutes to get sugar crystals off the sides of the pan.
4. Uncover and simmer, stirring often, until it reaches the soft ball stage.
5. Cool and store in a covered container at room temperature.
6. Your syrup should keep for about 2 months.
7. Makes about 2 cups.