Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a cutting board to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or your hands, making sure to remove any seeds.
- 2
Mixing the Sugar and Water
In a medium pot, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved to create a simple syrup.
- 3
Combining Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the simple syrup (sugar-water mixture), and an additional 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.
Serving
- 4
Chill and Serve
If desired, add ice cubes to the pitcher or directly into glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for added flavor and presentation. Serve chilled.