Lemonade Recipe

Time45m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll each lemon on a countertop to soften, then cut them in half. Use a citrus juicer or reamer to extract the juice from the lemons into a measuring cup, discarding any seeds.
2
Making the Sugar Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.

3
Combining Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, cooled sugar syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to combine.
4
Adjusting Sweetness
Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more sugar or water according to your preference.

5
Chilling the Lemonade
If desired, chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can serve over ice immediately.
6
Garnishing
Serve the lemonade in glasses over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves for added flavor and presentation.