Strawberry Lemonade
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This recipe makes 10 servings
Nutritional Info |
|
|---|---|
| Per each of 10 servings: about | - |
| cal | 98 |
| pro | 0 |
| total fat | 0 |
| sat. fat | 0 g |
| carb | 25 g |
| fibre | 0 |
| chol | 0 mg |
| sodium | 4 mg |
| potassium | 109 mg |
| % RDI: | - |
| calcium | 1 |
| iron | 1 |
| vit C | 55 |
| folate | 5 |
This jewel-tone drink is sweet, tart and completely refreshing. It's also a perfect way to use up slightly overripe berries. Add a splash of sparkling water for some zip.
Ingredients
- 2-1/2 cups hulled strawberries
- 1-1/2 cups lemon juice, (5 to 8 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups ice cubes
- 10 mint sprigs
- 10 whole strawberries
Preparation
In food processor, puree strawberries until chunky.
In large saucepan, bring strawberries, lemon juice and sugar to boil; simmer over medium-low heat for 3 minutes. Strain through cheesecloth-lined sieve, pressing out liquid. Let syrup cool. (Make-ahead: Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 1 week.)
In serving pitcher, combine syrup with water; stir in ice to chill. Garnish each glass with mint and strawberries.
In large saucepan, bring strawberries, lemon juice and sugar to boil; simmer over medium-low heat for 3 minutes. Strain through cheesecloth-lined sieve, pressing out liquid. Let syrup cool. (Make-ahead: Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 1 week.)
In serving pitcher, combine syrup with water; stir in ice to chill. Garnish each glass with mint and strawberries.
Source : Canadian Living Magazine: June 2009
- Keywords : Drinks-non alcohol; Boil; Strawberries; Lemons; Sugar; Lemonade;
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