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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This is one of the first recipes that I added to my first recipe file that was my very own, back when I was in junior high school. I have used this recipe ever since whenever I want to make that classic summertime necessity....lemonade. And it has never failed me yet. Ingredients:
6 cups cold water |
2 cups lemon juice (8 to 10 lemons) |
1 cup sugar |
ice cube |
lemon slices (optional) or maraschino cherry (optional) |
Directions:
1. To get the most juice, let lemons stand at room temperature (or microwave lemons on High for just a few seconds before squeezing them). Then roll the lemons on a counter while pushing down firmly (to break the tissues inside) to release more juice.
2. Mix water, lemon juice, and sugar in a large pitcher until sugar is dissolved.
3. Refrigerate about 3 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
4. Pour lemonade over ice cubes in a tall glass. Garnish each serving with a lemon slice and maraschino cherry.
5. NOTE - Individual tastes for sweetness vary, so feel free to adjust the sugar to suit taste preferences.
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