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Lemonade
Beat the heat with refreshing homemade lemonade—tart, sweet, and just waiting to be infused with fresh mint, berries, or a splash of something boozy!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 142 kcal
Course:
Drinks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 5 cups cold water, divided
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice, from 6 to 8 lemons
- 1 Lemon, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Make the Simple Syrup: Combine the sugar and 1 cup of the water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the sugar is dissolved, 2 to 3 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Mix the Lemonade: In a glass pitcher, combine the lemon juice, the remaining 4 cups of water, and the cooled simple syrup. Stir to combine. Add the lemon slices and chill until ready to serve. Serve over ice.
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Notes
- Make-Ahead Instructions: Fresh lemonade will keep in the fridge for about 5 days. Make sure to store it in an airtight container to maintain its freshness and prevent it from absorbing other flavors from the fridge, and give it a good stir before serving.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1 glass
Calories
142kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
37g
(12%)
Sodium
9mg
(0%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
35g
(70%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 142
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 glass | |
| Calories | 142kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 35g | 70% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.