Homemade Strawberry Lemonade

Homemade Strawberry Lemonade

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup sugar


1 cup of water


1 pint fresh strawberries


1 cup fresh lemon juice

4-6 cups cold water (this will vary depending on your taste)

DIRECTIONS:

1. Make a simple syrup by combining the sugar with 1 cup of water in a saucepan. Place over medium  

    heat and heat until the sugar in completely dissolved; swirl the pan occasionally. Let cool.

2. Once the simple syrup has cooled, puree strawberries in a blender with ½ cup water.

3. In a large pitcher, combine strawberry puree, simple syrup and lemon juice.

4. Add 4-6 cups of cold water. The amount of water you use will depend on your taste, so add as little 

    or as much as you want to achieve your perfect sweet/tart balance.

5. Serve over ice. If desired, garnish with fresh strawberries and lemon slices.

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