Italian Lemonade Chicago Usa Recipe

Escape to the sun-drenched streets of Chicago with this refreshing Italian Lemonade recipe, inspired by Jeff Mauro's Chicago street food episode! This vibrant, icy treat is the perfect summer cooler. Easy to make and bursting with zesty lemon flavor, it's sure to become your new go-to recipe.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 105.6 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Italian Lemonade Chicago Usa

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How to Make Italian Lemonade Chicago Usa

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 3 cups of water.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  4. Let the mixture cool to room temperature (about 20 minutes).
  5. Pour the cooled mixture into three ice cube trays and freeze for 4-8 hours, or until solid.
  6. Once frozen, add the ice cubes and the zest of 1 lemon to a food processor.
  7. Pulse until the ice is finely crushed and fluffy, but not completely pulverized.
  8. Serve immediately in glasses with a straw and a spoon. Garnish with extra lemon zest, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

103g

Fat

0g

Carbs

9g