Minute Maid Lemonade Recipe
Make Minute Maid Lemonade Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnishes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the fresh lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice into a measuring cup. You should have approximately 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 2
Mixing the Lemonade
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the granulated sugar. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 3
Adding Water
Slowly pour in 4 cups of cold water into the pitcher. Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure that everything is well combined.
- 4
Chilling the Drink
Add 2 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the lemonade. You can also refrigerate it for about 30 minutes if you prefer it extra cold.
- 5
Serving
Pour the lemonade into glasses. Optionally, garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for added flavor and presentation.
