MANGO IN GINGER MINT SYRUP

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 1/3 cup packed fresh mint leaves
• 1 large mango, peeled and sliced
• Fresh mint sprigs*

Directions

1. Combine water, sugar and ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in mint leaves.
3. Let stand 5 minutes. Strain mixture through a sieve. Discard solids.
4. Allow syrup to cool completely. Combine mango and syrup. Chill 30 minutes. Garnish with mint sprigs.