Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Simple Lemonade
Method
Simple Lemonade
- 1
Make simple syrup
In a heatproof measuring cup or small saucepan, combine 3 tablespoons granulated sugar with 1 cup hot water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Allow the syrup to cool for 5–10 minutes (or place in the refrigerator for faster cooling).
- 2
Juice lemons
While the syrup cools, juice enough lemons to yield 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 medium lemons depending on size). Strain the juice through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove seeds and excessive pulp if you prefer a clearer lemonade.
- 3
Combine and dilute
Add the cooled simple syrup to the pitcher with the lemon juice. Pour in 3 cups cold water. Stir thoroughly, taste, and adjust: for a sweeter lemonade, add up to 1–2 more tablespoons sugar dissolved in a splash of warm water; for a tarter drink, add a small squeeze of lemon.
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Storage: Refrigerate leftover lemonade in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Stir before serving as separation may occur.