Strawberry Lemonade

Here is a simple recipe to make Strawberry Lemonade:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped

• Extract juice from 4 to 6 lemons to get 1 cup.

• 1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)

• 4-5 cups cold water

• Ice cubes

• Lemon slices and whole strawberries for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the strawberries.

   • Place the chopped strawberries and 1/4 cup of sugar in a blender or food processor.

   • Blend until smooth. If you prefer smoother lemonade, strain the strawberry puree through a fine sieve. This will remove the seeds.

2. Make the lemonade base.

   • In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the remaining sugar. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

3. Combine:

   • Add the strawberry puree to the pitcher with the lemon juice mixture. Stir well to combine.

4. Add Water:

   • Pour in 4 to 5 cups of cold water, depending on how strong or diluted you like your lemonade. Stir well to mix.

5. Taste and Adjust:

   • Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if needed. If it’s too sweet, add a bit more water or lemon juice.

6. Chill and Serve:

   • Refrigerate the strawberry lemonade for at least 30 minutes to chill. Serve over ice cubes in glasses.

   • Garnish with lemon slices and whole strawberries, if desired.

Enjoy your refreshing Strawberry Lemonade!