Lemonade Recipe
Make Lemonade Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the fresh lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut them in half and use a citrus juicer or reamer to extract the juice into a measuring cup until you have about 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 2
Making the Sugar Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 3
Combining Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to mix.
- 4
Serving
Add ice cubes to glasses and pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired.
