Strawberry Lemonade
From: Better Homes and GardensA favorite among kids and adults, there's nothing more refreshing on a hot afternoon than a glass of strawberry lemonade. Try the make-ahead recipe directions to prepare for potlucks and barbecues.
Servings: Makes 8, 8-oz. servings.
Prep: 15 mins
Total: 1 hr 15 mins
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Ingredients
1-1/2 cups sugar
4 cups water
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
1 Tbsp. finely shredded lemon peel
1 cup lemon juice (4 to 5 lemons)
Directions
1. In a small saucepan combine 1 cup of the sugar and 1 cup of the water; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Set aside to cool.
2. In a blender combine remaining 3 cups water, 1/2 cup sugar, and the strawberries; process until smooth. Transfer to a 2-quart pitcher; add cooled syrup, lemon peel, and lemon juice. Stir to combine. Fill pitcher with crushed ice. Makes 8, 8-oz. servings.
3. Make-ahead tip: Prepare lemonade but do not add ice. Cover and chill up to 8 hours. Add ice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 166, Total Fat 0 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Monounsaturated Fat 0 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 4 mg, Carbohydrate 43 g, Total Sugar 40 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 60%, Calcium 1%, Iron 1%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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