Summer’s on it’s way and you know we’re going to be thirsty. I hope it won’t be as hot as last summer, but we live in Texas, so I know what to expect.So began the quest for a thirst-quenching drink with more flavor than water and with a deeper flavor than a sports drink. I found this recipe in a pile of papers stashed in the kitchen drawer. I had clipped it out of the food section of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram a few years ago then forgot about it.
Like crazy people, my husband and I began a year long project of remodeling our home. I say crazy because last summer was one of the hottest on record. This recipe quickly became a favorite. I hope, if you try it, it will become a favorite of yours!
Basic Lemonade
1 1/4 cup sugar
1 cup boiling water
4 cups cold water
1 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (approx 6 lemons)
1. Combine sugar and boiling water, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add cold water and lemon juice. Mix well. Chill and serve over ice. Garnish with lemon slices if desired. May also use lime juice.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 177 calories per 6 oz serving.
Percent daily values based on the Reference Daily Intake (RDI) for a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition information calculated from recipe ingredients.
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1048.02**
Calories From Fat (1%) 7.41
% Daily Value
Total Fat 0.88g 1%
Saturated Fat 0.15g <1%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 41.71mg 2%
Potassium 393.83mg 11%
Total Carbohydrates 275.2g 92%
Fiber 1.1g 4%
Sugar 258.72g
Protein 1.28g 3%
**Calories given are for entire pitcher
Source
Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram
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