Lemonade Recipe
Make Lemonade Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation of Lemonade
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Cut each lemon in half and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice. You should aim for about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- 2
Dissolving Sugar
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water with the granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has 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 water, and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to mix all the ingredients.
Serving Suggestions
- 4
Chill and Garnish
Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to chill. When ready to serve, pour into glasses filled with ice and garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves.
- 5
Enjoy!
Serve the lemonade cold and enjoy its refreshing taste on a warm day!




