Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juice the Lemons
Roll the fresh lemons on a countertop to release the juices. Cut them in half and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice into a measuring cup. You should have about 1 to 1.5 cups of lemon juice.
- 2
Dissolve the Sugar
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool.
Mixing
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the sugar syrup (from the previous step), and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or water as desired. Mix thoroughly.
Serving
- 5
Prepare to Serve
If desired, add ice cubes to the pitcher or to individual glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and sliced lemons.
- 6
Enjoy
Serve the lemonade chilled in glasses and enjoy the refreshing drink!
