Name: Homemade Lemonade Recipe
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 1 cup filtered water, cold; 1 1/2 cups lemon juice (from 8 medium or 6 large lemons)

Description

Refreshing and easy Homemade Lemonade Recipe that is perfect for any occasion. Made with just three simple ingredients, this lemonade is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

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Sugar Syrup:

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup filtered water, cold

Lemon Juice:

1 1/2 cups lemon juice (from 8 medium or 6 large lemons)

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Instructions

Prepare Sugar Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water with 1 1/2 cups sugar. Heat over medium heat until just simmering, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat, cool to room temperature, and refrigerate.
Squeeze Lemon Juice: Use a citrus juicer to extract 1 1/2 cups lemon juice. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Make Lemonade: In a pitcher, combine 7 cups cold water, 1 1/2 cups lemon juice, and 1 1/2 cups chilled sugar syrup. Stir well. Adjust sweetness to taste. Serve over ice.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup