old-fashioned lemonade
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 then, whenever I want to make that classic summertime necessity....lemonade. And it has never failed me yet.
prep time
10 Min
cook time
method
Refrigerate/Freeze
yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 6 cups cold water
- 2 cups lemon juice (8-10 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- - ice cubes
- 1 large lemon, thinly sliced
- 8 - maraschino cherries (optional)
How To Make old-fashioned lemonade
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Step 1To 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.
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Step 2Slice each lemon in half, and squeeze all halves to release juice into a large (2-quart) pitcher. Add water and sugar to pitcher and stir until sugar is dissolved. Refrigerate about 3 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
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Step 3Pour chilled lemonade over ice cubes in a tall glass. Garnish each serving with a lemon slice and maraschino cherry, if desired.
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Category:
Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Tag:
#Healthy
Ingredient:
Fruit
Diet:
Low Fat
Culture:
American
Method:
Refrigerate/Freeze
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