Original Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Lemonade Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on the counter to loosen the juice. Cut them in half and juice them into a measuring cup. You should have about 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 2
Mixing the Ingredients
In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, granulated sugar, and 4 cups of cold water. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 3
Chilling the Lemonade
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar or water if needed. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
Serving
Serve the lemonade over ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices. Enjoy!