Lemonade Recipe
Quench your thirst with our refreshing homemade lemonade, crafted from freshly squeezed lemons and lightly sweetened to perfection. This zesty beverage is served ice-cold, making it the ultimate summer delight that will brighten your day with every sip.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Cut the lemons in half and juice them until you have about 1 cup of lemon juice. Strain the juice to remove seeds and pulp.
- 2
Making the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- 3
Mixing the Lemonade
In a pitcher, mix the lemon juice, simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Serving
Add ice to glasses and pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with mint leaves if desired.
