Canteloupe and Strawberries with Spiced Claret Syrup

Preparation info
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Modern Classics

By Frances Bissell

Published 2000

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Method

Left-over red wine usually goes into sauces and casseroles, but from time to time, I use it for a syrup. Put equal volumes of red wine and sugar in a saucepan with a cinnamon stick, a few cloves, some nutmeg, and a spiral of orange zest. Bring to the boil, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Allow to cool, and then strain into a clean juice bottle, and store in the refrigerator. Alternatively, bott