Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a flat surface to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice. Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp.
- 2
Mixing the Sugar and Water
In a mixing bowl or pitcher, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of hot water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 3
Combining Ingredients
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the sugar-water mixture. Pour in the remaining 3 cups of cold water and stir well to combine.
Serving
- 4
Chilling the Lemonade
Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired. Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
Serving the Lemonade
Serve the lemonade in glasses over ice cubes. Garnish with mint leaves if desired.