Fresh Lemonade

From: Chef #1199789

On Mar 11, 2009

This is FAR too sweet for me. I cannot imagine the original, must be like drinking lemon flavord sugar syrup. Of course I use my own lemons fresh off the tree. Try halving the sugar and doubling the lemon, then you have lemonade that does not churn in your stomach.

From: Chef #885762

On Jul 8, 2008

It's about 102 degrees outside and my boyfriend and I just made this...ITS AMAZING! thanks for the recipe

From: sarabeth123

On Apr 14, 2004

My husband loves homemade lemonade from fresh squeezed lemons. That is how his mom used to make it. He asked me if I would at least try to make it and he would help squeeze the lemons. I picked this recipe because your recipes have never let me down in the past. It turned out very welland we both loved it. Had just the right proportion of lemon and sugar. We also like lemonade more tart than sweet. I cut a deal with my husband, as long as he squeezes the lemons, I will make this anytime he wants it.

From: Lizzie-Babette

On Aug 16, 2003

Wonderful taste! Have made this twice, and both times, have had to add more than the 1/2 cup boiling water to get the sugar dissolved (we used granulated sugar, not caster/confectioners). However, the porportions are, perfect for our tastes (BTW, around 8 - 12 lemons, depending on size, is about perfect). The only change I made was to zest a few lemons right over the sugar before dissolving and let it stand for a bit to soak in the lemon oils. The second time, I added fresh mint leaves to the sugar/water/lemon zest, and I loved it as a variation, but it's excellent either way. And, might I add, a bit of vodka and a mint garnish makes for a light, refreshing, and delicious adult summer drink! Wonderful recipe we'll make a LOT - thanks, NurseDi.