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Old Fashioned Lemonade From Real Simple Recipe

Relive the taste of summer with this incredibly refreshing Old Fashioned Lemonade recipe, originally featured in Real Simple magazine's August 2001 issue. This easy recipe uses fresh lemons for a vibrant, tangy flavor that's simply irresistible. Perfect for hot days, picnics, or any occasion!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 204.3 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Old Fashioned Lemonade From Real Simple

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Old Fashioned Lemonade From Real Simple

  • 4-5 large lemons
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup cold water (plus 6-7 cups for dilution)

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How to Make Old Fashioned Lemonade From Real Simple

  1. Scrub 4-5 large lemons thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Cut the lemons into eighths. Do not peel.
  3. Combine lemon quarters, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1 cup cold water in a blender.
  4. Blend until the lemons are coarsely chopped but still slightly chunky. Do not over-process.
  5. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher or sun tea jar. Press on the solids to extract as much juice as possible.
  6. Add 6-7 cups of cold water to the pitcher. Adjust the amount of water to achieve your desired sweetness and tartness.
  7. Serve immediately over ice. Garnish with lemon slices or fresh mint, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

199g

Fat

0g

Carbs

18g

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