Spicy Piloncillo Syrup
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Piloncillo is an unrefined sugar that comes in a firm cone shape (it's named after the pilon, a conical weight used on scales). Piloncillo is available at Hispanic supermarkets.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup granulated sugar
8-ounces Cone Piloncillo, crushed with a heavy mallet
1 cup water
6 whole cloves
1 (3-inch) piece stick cinnamonPlace water, sugar and spices in a heavy 1-quart nonreactive saucepan and let sit for 1 hour or longer, until sugar is fully dissolved.
Slowly bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 4 to 5 minutes. Allow to cool, then discard spices and pour remaining mixture into a glass bottle.
Keeps indefinitely in the refrigerator. This dark syrup dissolves easily in hot coffee drinks.
Makes 1-1/2 cups