OLD-FASHIONED LEMONADE

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This is one of the first recipes that I added to my first recipe file that was my very own, back when I was in junior high school. I have used this recipe ever since then, whenever I want to make that classic summertime necessity....lemonade. And it has never failed me yet.

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 c cold water
2 c lemon juice (8-10 lemons)
1 c granulated sugar
ice cubes
1 large lemon, thinly sliced
8 maraschino cherries (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. To get the most juice, let lemons stand at room temperature (or microwave lemons on High for just a few seconds before squeezing them). Then roll the lemons on a counter while pushing down firmly (to break the tissues inside) to release more juice.
  • 2. Slice each lemon in half, and squeeze all halves to release juice into a large (2-quart) pitcher. Add water and sugar to pitcher and stir until sugar is dissolved. Refrigerate about 3 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
  • 3. Pour chilled lemonade over ice cubes in a tall glass. Garnish each serving with a lemon slice and maraschino cherry, if desired.

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