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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rinsed, lightly packed fresh basil leaves
- 3 Tablespoons sugar
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Method
- In a 1 1/2 to 2-quart measure or bowl, combine 1/2 cup rinsed, lightly packed fresh basil leaves and 3 T. sugar. With a wooden spoon, crush leaves with sugar until thoroughly bruised. Add 4 cups water and 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir until sugar is dissolved, l to 2 minutes. Taste and add more sugar if desired. Pour through fine strainer into ice-filled glasses. Garnish with springs of fresh basil.
- You can make the lemonade up to a day ahead; cover and chill.
