RARE FRESH LEMONADE - Ina Garten Recipe
Fresh Lemonade Reciep By Barefoot Contessa – Ina Garten
Makes: ~1½ quarts (~6 servings)
Level: Beginner
Optional: Vodka, for an adult twist
Ingredients:
• 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (5–6 lemons)
• ½–¾ cup superfine sugar, to taste
• 1 cup crushed ice
• 4 cups water
• Optional: splash of vodka per glass
Directions:
1. Combine lemon juice, sugar, ice, and water in a blender.
2. Blend until perfectly smooth.
3. Serve over ice in chilled glasses.
4. Optionally stir in a splash of vodka.
Serve with:
• Lemon wheel + mint sprig
• Mediterranean fare (hummus, tabbouleh, grilled leg of lamb)
As Ina would say: “It’s fabulous—perfect balance of lemon and sugar, and it’s nice and chilled.” Enjoy!
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