Fresh Berry Syrup

This syrup makes plain pancakes or waffles into a gourmet treat. It's also wonderful drizzled on ice cream, cheesecake, or simple cakes. I've even put a spoonful into a glass of lemonade or club soda which makes a beautiful rosy, refreshing drink.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Yields: 1 1/3 cups

Ingredients

• 4 1⁄2 cups strawberries or 4 1⁄2 cups blueberries or 4 1⁄2 cups blackberries
• 1  cup sugar
• 1⁄2 cup water

Directions

1. Bring berries, sugar, and water to a boil in a 2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderately high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
2. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until fruit is soft, about 30 minutes.
3. Pour mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing gently on and then discarding solids.
4. Serve syrup at room temperature.