Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Lemonade Ingredients
Method
Lemonade Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them, then cut them in half. Using a citrus juicer, extract the juice from the lemons until you have approximately 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 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 has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 3
Mixing the Lemonade
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the cooled simple syrup. Add 3 cups of cold water and stir well. Adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or lemon juice if desired.
- 4
Serving the Lemonade
Add ice cubes to serving glasses and pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for added flavor and presentation.
