Strawberry Lemonade

This easy Strawberry Lemonade recipe is my kids favorite fresh summer  drink. It’s homemade and requires just three basic ingredients! 

Ingredients  1x2x3x

• ▢1/2 pound fresh strawberries , stems removed
• ▢1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• ▢4 1/2-5 cups water , divided
• ▢1 1/2 cups fresh-squeezed lemon juice

Instructions 

• Use a blender or food processor to puree the strawberries. Strain them through a fine mesh sieve, if desired, to remove seeds. 
• In a small saucepan, over medium heat, stir together sugar and 2 cups water. 
• Bring to a boil, and stir until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
• Strain the lemon juice through a fine-mesh sieve into a 2-quart pitcher. Add simple syrup and pureed strawberries and stir to combine. Refrigerate until cold.
• When ready to serve, add 2 ½ cups of cold water and stir. Taste, and add more water if it’s too sweet.
• Serve with ice.

COURSEBEVERAGE, DRINKS

CUISINEAMERICAN

SERVINGS7

CALORIES187