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Easy Red Wine Syrup: Don't Waste It, Make a Delicious 'Melzinho'!
Learn how to transform leftover red wine into a rich, sweet 'Melzinho' syrup, perfect for drizzling over desserts, pancakes, or ice cream. This simple recipe ensures no wine goes to waste and adds a touch of gourmet flavor to any dish. Follow these easy steps to create a versatile and delightful homemade syrup.
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Ingredients for Red Wine Syrup
Recipe Information
5m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Portuguese
Portuguese
Nutrition (per serving)
150
Calories
0g
Protein
26g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Red Wine and Sugar Simmering
Ingredients
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Servings: 4
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Syrup Thickening on Stove
Instructions
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- Combine red wine and granulated sugar in a small saucepan. Stir gently to dissolve the sugar.2m
Preview2mPreviewCombine red wine and granulated sugar in a small saucepan. Stir gently to dissolve the sugar. - Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Do not boil vigorously.3m
Preview3mPreviewPlace the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Do not boil vigorously. - Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the syrup thickens to a consistency that coats the back of a spoon. This typically takes 15-20 minutes.18m
Preview18mPreviewReduce the heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the syrup thickens to a consistency that coats the back of a spoon. This typically takes 15-20 minutes. - Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the 'Melzinho' cool completely. Once cooled, transfer the syrup to an airtight container or bottle and store in the refrigerator.10m
Preview10mPreviewRemove the saucepan from the heat and let the 'Melzinho' cool completely. Once cooled, transfer the syrup to an airtight container or bottle and store in the refrigerator.
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