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Ingredients
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Method
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- 1
Prepare the Strawberries
Wash the strawberries thoroughly under cold water. Remove the stems and hulls, then slice them into halves or quarters depending on their size.
- 2
Make the Strawberry Puree
In a blender, combine the prepared strawberries and half a cup of water. Blend until smooth to create a strawberry puree. If you prefer a chunkier texture, pulse blend until desired consistency is reached.
- 3
Mix the Lemonade
In a large pitcher, combine the strawberry puree with the fresh lemon juice and granulated sugar. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 4
Add Water
Pour the remaining 7.5 cups of water into the pitcher and stir until well mixed. Taste the mixture and adjust sugar or lemon juice to your preference.
- 5
Chill and Serve
Add ice cubes to the pitcher and stir gently. Garnish the lemonade with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately in glasses filled with additional ice.