Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the fresh lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or by hand, ensuring to remove any seeds.
- 2
Making the Sugar Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- 3
Mixing the Lemonade
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice with the remaining 3 cups of water. Add the cooled sugar syrup and stir well to combine.
- 4
Adding Optional Ingredients
If desired, add mint leaves for flavor and stir gently. Adjust the sweetness of the lemonade by adding more sugar syrup if needed.
- 5
Serving
Serve the lemonade over ice cubes in glasses. Enjoy your refreshing homemade lemonade!