Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnishes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them, then cut each lemon in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or hand juicer until you have 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 2
Making the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Mixing and Serving
- 3
Combining Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the cooled simple syrup, and 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Adjusting to Taste
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar or water as desired.
- 5
Serving the Lemonade
Serve the lemonade over ice cubes in glasses. Garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices if desired.