Strawberry Lemonade

Strawberry Lemonade is a refreshing beverage perfect for passing around at a summer party.

Strawberry Lemonade
 
MAKES 6 SERVINGS
Ingredients
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Garnish: lemon slices, sliced fresh strawberries
Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, heat sugar, 4 cups water, and strawberries over medium heat until sugar dissolves and strawberries soften, about 5 minutes. Let cool to room temperature. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve in a large bowl; discard strawberry pulp.
  2. In a large pitcher, combine lemon juice and sugar mixture, stirring to combine. Serve over ice. Garnish with lemon and strawberry, if desired.