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Classic Lemonade
A clean, sharp homemade lemonade with enough sweetness to soften the fresh lemon without hiding it.
YieldMakes about 1.5 litres (6 cups); 6 servings
Prep15 minutes
Cook5 minutes
Total20 minutes plus chilling
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- For a less sweet lemonade, begin with 115 g (1/2 cup plus 1 tbsp) sugar and add more to taste.
- Keep refrigerated and use within 3 days.
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