Mango Flavored Syrup for Soft Drinks

8 ounces mango, peeled, pitted and chopped into large dice (can use frozen mango, thawed)

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch salt

2 tablespoons orange juice

Club soda or seltzer

 

In a food processor or blender, combine chopped mango, sugar, vanilla extract and pinch salt. Puree fruit mixture and add 2 tablespoons orange juice to loosen.

 

Strain into small pitcher and bowl. Refrigerate until needed.

 

Mix mango syrup with club soda or seltzer to desired strength for flavored soft drink.