Lemonade Recipe

Inspired by Willa's

Time15m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a hard surface to loosen the juice. Cut the lemons in half and use a citrus juicer or manual squeezer to extract the juice into a measuring cup. Strain the juice to remove seeds and pulp.
2
Making the Sugar Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool.
3
Mixing the Lemonade
In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice, cooled sugar syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or water as desired.
4
Chilling the Lemonade
If desired, add ice cubes to the pitcher or serve the lemonade over ice in individual glasses. Garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices for added flavor and presentation.