Simple Syrup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups sugar
2 cups water

Preparation

Bring the sugar and water to a boil in a heavy medium saucepan over high heat.
Reduce the heat to medium-low.
Simmer, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved, 6 to 8 minutes.
Let cool completely.
Transfer to an airtight container.
Refrigerate until completely chilled, at least 4 hours.