This classic lemonade recipe is the one my mom used to make for me when I was little. Ah, the taste of summer! It's the perfect combination of sweet and tart. When using a clear pitcher, adding a few of the juiced lemon halves makes it look prettier.
Ingredients
- 6 lemons
- 1 cup white sugar
- 6 cups water , or more as needed
Instructions
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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2
Juice lemons; you should have 1 cup juice.
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3
Combine juice, sugar, and water in a 1/2-gallon pitcher. Stir until sugar dissolves. Taste and add more water if desired.
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4
Chill and serve over ice.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
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