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Strawberry-Vanilla Bean Syrup
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Strawberry-Vanilla Bean Syrup

Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 1 ½ cups +/-
Author Pam - For the Love of Cooking

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Fine Sieve Strainer

Ingredients

  • 1 vanilla bean split down the center lengthwise
  • 3 cups of fresh strawberries hulled & halved
  • 1 cup of water
  • ¾ cup of sugar

Instructions

  • Split and open the vanilla bean pod down the center lengthwise with a knife. Using the backside of the same knife, scrape the seeds out.
  • Add the water, sugar, and vanilla bean pod scrapings into a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir to combine.
  • Add the strawberries to the sugar water and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30-45 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and let it sit until cool.
  • Pour the mixture through a fine strainer and mash the berries against the strainer with a spoon to get every little bit of juice out of them; discard the pulp.
  • Pour the sauce into a serving container and enjoy on pancakes, French toast, waffles, or crepes. It's also delicious when added to sparkling water.
  • Store the remaining syrup in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.