MARTHA STEWART'S LIMEADE

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I drank this until it was gone. I love it because it's not too sweet, it's so refreshing, and it's quick to prepare. Recipe courtesy of Martha Stewart. Serving size is estimated. I skipped the part where it said "refrigerate for 1 hour".

Provided by AmyZoe

Categories     Beverages

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

5 -7 medium limes, plus slices for garnish
1/2 cup sugar (plus more if needed) or 1/2 cup honey (plus more if needed)
5 cups water (separated)

Steps:

  • Roll the limes back and forth over the counter with the palm of your hand.
  • Cut limes in half, and juice them by hand or with a juicer. Reserve rinds.
  • You should have about a 1/2 cup of juice. Transfer juice and rinds to a large pitcher.
  • Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan.
  • Add sugar or honey and stir until dissolved.
  • Pour syrup into the pitcher, and add 4 cups water.
  • Stir until well blended.
  • Add more sugary or honey if desired.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour. Discard rinds.
  • Serve limeade garnished with lime slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.6, Fat 0.1, Sodium 3.6, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 8.8, Protein 0.2

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