OLD-FASHIONED LEMONADE

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This sweet-tart lemonade is a traditional part of my Memorial Day and Fourth of July menus. Folks can't get enough of the fresh-squeezed flavor. -Tammi Simpson, Greensburg, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1-1/3 cups sugar
5 cups water, divided
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1-3/4 cups lemon juice (about 10 large lemons)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine sugar, 1 cup water and lemon zest. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice and remaining water; refrigerate until cold. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Celeste Havener
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This lemonade is so delicious and refreshing. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day, or anytime you need a pick-me-up.


Joshua Mulinya
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I've tried several lemonade recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. It's the perfect balance of sweet and sour, and it's so easy to make.


Bak Kir
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This lemonade is the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day. It's refreshing and flavorful, and it always hits the spot.


Ahmed fares
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I love that this recipe uses fresh lemons. It makes the lemonade taste so much better than when you use bottled lemon juice.


Vv Foyez
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This is the best lemonade recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Eniola Temmy
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few simple ingredients, but the result is a delicious and refreshing lemonade.


Md Suchso khan
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This lemonade is the perfect drink to serve at a party. It's refreshing and flavorful, and everyone loves it.


Precious Onu
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I've made this lemonade several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Roaa Altamimi
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This lemonade is so refreshing and delicious. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.


Tebogo Morake
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can adjust the amount of sugar to taste, and you can also add other flavors, like mint or berries.


ami to sei LTD
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This lemonade is the perfect drink to serve at a summer barbecue.


Jam Saddam
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I made this lemonade for a party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Samier Thaqurie
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My kids loved this lemonade! They said it was the best lemonade they've ever had.


tikaram gautam
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This lemonade is so good, I could drink it every day. It's the perfect balance of sweet and sour.


Nephi Kavea
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I added a little bit of mint to my lemonade, and it was delicious! It gave the lemonade a really nice, refreshing flavor.


Anna Guerra
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I was surprised at how easy this recipe was to make. I thought it would be more complicated, but it was actually really simple.


Fatimakhan Fati
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I love that this recipe uses fresh lemons. It makes the lemonade taste so much better than when you use bottled lemon juice.


Little Adventures
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This lemonade recipe is a keeper! It's so refreshing and flavorful, and it's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.