Fresh-squeezed Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Lemonade Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Juice the Lemons
Roll each lemon on a countertop to soften them, which helps release more juice. Cut the lemons in half and use a lemon juicer or reamer to extract the juice into a measuring cup. Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp.
- 2
Mix 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 is completely dissolved to create a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice with the cooled simple syrup and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to mix all the ingredients together.
- 4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness or tartness as needed. If it's too sweet, add a little more lemon juice; if too tart, add a bit more sugar or water to balance.
- 5
Serve
Fill glasses with ice and pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon and a few fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing drink!