Lemonade Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Juicing the Lemons
Cut the lemons in half and use a citrus juicer or a manual juicer to extract the juice. Aim for about 1 cup of lemon juice.
2
Dissolving Sugar
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and the granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.

3
Combining Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the sugar syrup (cooled), and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to combine.
4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar or water according to your preference.

5
Chill and Serve
If desired, add ice cubes to the pitcher or to individual glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices before serving. Enjoy your refreshing lemonade!