Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a countertop to loosen the juice. Cut each lemon in half and use a citrus juicer or reamer to extract the juice into a measuring cup. Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp.
- 2
Making the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 3
Mixing the Lemonade
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the cooled simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or water as desired.
- 4
Serving the Lemonade
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the lemonade over the ice, and garnish with mint leaves if desired.