Refreshing Peach Lemonade Recipe
Ingredients:
4 ripe peaches, pitted and chopped
1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
1 cup granulated sugar
6 cups water, divided
Ice cubes
Fresh peach slices and lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Make the Peach Syrup:
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped peaches, granulated sugar, and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the peaches are very soft and the sugar is dissolved.
Blend the Peach Mixture:
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly. Transfer the peach mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Alternatively, you can use an immersion blender directly in the saucepan.
Strain the peach puree through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove any solids.
Combine the Lemonade:
Add the fresh lemon juice and the remaining 4 cups of water to the pitcher with the strained peach syrup. Stir well to combine.
Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate the peach lemonade for at least 1 hour to chill and let the flavors meld together.
Garnish and Enjoy:
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the peach lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh peach slices, lemon slices, and mint leaves if desired.
