Ingredients for - Berries with Lemon Mint Syrup

1. 1 1/2 c. water
2. 3/4 c. sugar
3. 1 c. firmly packed mint leaves and tender stems
4. Zest from 1 lemon
5. 1 1/2 qt. mixed berries

How to cook deliciously - Berries with Lemon Mint Syrup

1 . Stage

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, sugar, mint leaves and stems or dried mint and lemon zest. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 20 minutes. If using fresh mint, remove it and the lemon zest with a slotted spoon and discard. If using dried mint, strain the syrup.

2 . Stage

Bring the syrup back to a simmer. Remove from the heat and add the berries. Stir gently and then pour into a bowl. Let cool to room temperature. Serve the berries and syrup in bowls topped with the fresh mint sprigs, if using.