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Homemade Lemonade

Homemade Lemonade: Refreshingly Easy for Sunny Days

This Homemade Lemonade is a quick and easy delight that captures the essence of summer with a perfect balance of sweet and sour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Syrup
  • 2 cups sugar Provides sweetness; can substitute with honey or agave syrup
  • 2 cups water Filtered water enhances the taste
For the Lemonade
  • 2 cups fresh lemon juice Always use fresh lemons for optimal flavor
  • 4 cups ice Optional but recommended for serving
  • 5 cups cold water Adjust based on taste preference

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • Large Pitcher
  • Juicer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups of sugar with 2 cups of water. Heat over medium-high until it boils, stirring until sugar dissolves (about 3-5 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. In a large pitcher, add 4 cups of ice and 5 cups of cold, filtered water.
  3. Once the syrup has cooled, pour it into the pitcher with ice and water. Juice enough lemons to get 2 cups of lemon juice and stir to combine.
  4. Slice additional lemons and add them to the pitcher for presentation and flavor.
  5. If not serving right away, chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving over ice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 28gVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftover lemonade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Stir before serving, as ingredients may settle.

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