House-made Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on the countertop to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice. Measure out 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice and set aside.
- 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 occasionally until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- 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 all the ingredients.
- 4
Adjusting Sweetness
Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or water as needed. Stir until fully incorporated.
Serving
- 5
Chilling the Lemonade
If desired, add ice cubes to the pitcher or serve the lemonade over ice in individual glasses.
- 6
Garnishing
For an added touch, garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves or a lemon slice before serving.
- 7
Serving
Pour the lemonade into glasses, serve immediately, and enjoy the refreshing taste of your house-made lemonade!