Lavender Simple Syrup

From Martha Stewart Living Radio Blog. Try using in the Blue Lavender Mojito recipe I posted from the same source. Cook time does not include 30 minute steep time.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 2  cups water
• 2  cups granulated sugar
• 2  tablespoons dried lavender blossoms

Directions

1. Bring ingredients to a boil in saucepan, stirring so that the sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and continue stirring until all the sugar has dissolved.
2. Remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes.
3. Remove lavender blossoms and allow syrup to cool.
4. Store in an airtight container and keep refrigerated.