Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them, then cut them in half. Use a citrus juicer or press to extract the juice from all four lemons into a measuring cup. You need about 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 2
Preparing the Sugar Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar completely dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 3
Mixing the Lemonade
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the cooled sugar syrup, and 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Serving Suggestions
- 4
Chilling and Serving
Add the ice cubes to the pitcher or individual glasses, and pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately.