Best Homemade Lemon Extract Recipes

Homemade Lemon Extract image

Provided by From Grano's Kitchen

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 4

2-3 organic lemons
1/2 c vodka (80-100 proof, cheap stuff is fine)
1 jar(s) with lid
some patience

Steps:

1. Remove the zest from 2 - 3 lemons. A lemon zester is a great tool for this project but you may also try using a vegetable peeler. Do not include the white pith because it is very bitter. Place peels inside a clean jar.
2. Add approximately 1/2 cup of vodka to your lemon zest. Make sure your peel is completely covered by the liquid (add more if not) and tightly seal your jar. Give it a nice shake and let concoction sit in a dark place for 4 - 8 weeks depending on how much patience you have (the longer it sits, the stronger the extract). Gently shake the mixture at least once a week to infuse the flavors.
3. When proper time has elapsed, strain your finished product and place inside a clean glass bottle. This will last for years! (Note: To make this infusion double strength, add another batch of lemon peel to your finished extract and repeat the process one more time.)

Best Lemonade Ever image

Provided by Jo

Time 4h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 3

Steps:

In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to boil and stir to dissolve sugar. Allow to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until chilled.
Remove seeds from lemon juice, but leave pulp. In pitcher, stir together chilled syrup, lemon juice and remaining 7 cups water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 6.1 mg, Sugar 35.8 g