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 use a juicer to extract the juice. You should have about 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 2
Making the Sugar Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 3
Mixing the Lemonade
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the cooled sugar syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to combine.
Serving
- 4
Chill and Serve
Optionally, add fresh mint leaves and ice cubes to the pitcher for a refreshing touch. Serve the lemonade in glasses over ice, garnished with additional mint leaves if desired.