Lemonade Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

Refreshing lemonade made with real lemons.

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Ingredients

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1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut them in half and juice them into a measuring cup until you have about 1 cup of lemon juice.
2
Making the Lemonade Base
In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice and granulated sugar. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
3
Adding Water
Add 4 cups of cold water to the lemon juice and sugar mixture. Stir to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more sugar.
4
Serving
Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the lemonade over the ice, and garnish with mint leaves. Serve immediately.