Fresh Lemonade

Serves 6-8
Prep time: 15 min.


1 lemon (sliced)
1 1/2 cups of sugar
7 cups of cold water
2 cups of fresh lemon juice (or 12 lemons, squeezed)
(note look for large lemons that are slightly soft to the touch- they tend to be extra juicy)


Mash the lemon slices and sugar in a large/deep bowl until the slices release their juice and when the sugar begins to dissolve. Stir in the water and the lemon juice. Keep stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.


Pour over ice before serving.


Variations:


~Mint lemonade~ " I really like this variation of the recipe!"
Mash 1/2 cup of fresh mint leaves along with the lemon slices and sugar.




~Berry lemonade~
Mash 2 cups of fresh or frozen berries along with the lemon slices and sugar.