Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Cut the fresh lemons in half and use a citrus juicer or reamer to extract the juice. Measure out 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 2
Mixing the Sugar and Water
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely to create a simple syrup.
- 3
Combining Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the 1 cup of lemon juice, the simple syrup (from the previous step), and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to mix.
- 4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness or acidity. If it's too sweet, add more lemon juice; if it's too tart, add more sugar or water to balance.
Serving
- 5
Adding Optional Ingredients
If desired, add fresh mint leaves and ice cubes to the pitcher for an extra refreshing touch.
- 6
Chilling
Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- 7
Serving the Lemonade
Pour the lemonade into glasses filled with ice and garnish with additional mint leaves or lemon slices if desired.