Strawberry-Lemon Syrup

3 c sliced strawberries, divided
1 c sugar
3/4 c water
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp grated lemon rind

Combine 2 c strawberries, sugar, water and lemon juice in a non-aluminum medium saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until reduced to 1 1/2 c (about 20 minutes). Remove from heat and let stand 10 minutes. Stir in remaining strawberries and lemon rind.

Serve hot or cold over pancakes or ice cream.

NOTES
From Cooking Light.
Untried.