Lemonade Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

Refreshing homemade lemonade, perfect for a hot day.

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Ingredients

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1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them, then cut them in half and juice them until you have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
2
Mixing the Sugar
In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice and sugar. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
3
Adding Water
Gradually add 4 cups of water to the pitcher, stirring continuously to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
4
Chilling the Lemonade
Add ice cubes to the pitcher or refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes before serving.
5
Garnishing (Optional)
Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves if desired before serving.