Italian Lemonade Chicago Usa
Transport yourself to the streets of Chicago with this refreshing Italian Lemonade, a vibrant treat that embodies the zest of summer in every sip. This classic recipe combines the tangy brightness of freshly squeezed lemons with a smooth, homemade simple syrup, creating the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Blended with ice for a delightfully slushy texture, it’s the ultimate thirst-quencher on a hot day. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make beverage is ideal for serving at backyard barbecues, picnics, or as a cooling afternoon treat. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs for an aromatic, Chicago-style finishing touch. Perfectly refreshing and endlessly customizable, this Italian Lemonade is a timeless classic that proves simple ingredients can deliver extraordinary flavor.
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Ingredients
- 6 large Fresh lemons
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Water
- 3 cups Ice cubes
- 4 sprigs Fresh mint (for garnish, optional)
Directions
Step 1
1. Roll the lemons on a flat surface using gentle pressure to loosen the juice inside, then cut them in half and juice them until you have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain the juice to remove seeds and pulp, if desired.
Step 2
2. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and the granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves completely to create a simple syrup. This should take about 5 minutes.
Step 3
3. Remove the simple syrup from heat and let it cool to room temperature, approximately 10 minutes.
Step 4
4. In a blender, combine the fresh lemon juice, cooled simple syrup, remaining 2 cups of water, and the ice cubes.
Step 5
5. Blend on high speed until the ice is finely crushed and the mixture reaches a semi-frozen, slushy consistency.
Step 6
6. Taste and adjust sweetness, adding more sugar or water if needed, blending again to combine.
Step 7
7. Serve immediately in chilled glasses. Optionally, garnish each serving with a fresh sprig of mint for an aromatic touch.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 2588 grams (2588.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1321 |
| Total Fat 1.80g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.20g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 42mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate 356.70g | 130% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.20g | 61% |
| Total Sugars 315.00g | |
| Protein 7.00g | 14% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 226mg | 17% |
| Iron 4mg | 22% |
| Potassium 855mg | 18% |
Source of Calories