Housemade Lemonade Recipe
Make Housemade Lemonade Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Beverages
Method
Beverages
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them, then cut them in half and juice them into a measuring cup. You should have about 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 2
Dissolving the Sugar
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water with 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved to create a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 3
Mixing the Lemonade
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the simple syrup made from sugar and water, and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Serving the Lemonade
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.
