*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                          Fresh Blender Lemonade

Recipe By     : Ed Kasky of Engine Co. No. 28, Los Angeles
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:05
Categories    : Beverages                        American Classics
                Diner And Grill

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2                    lemons -- white pith removed
     1/2  cup           water
     1/4  cup           simple syrup -- recipe in directions
   1 1/2  cups          crushed ice

FOR EACH SERVING:
Place 2 lemons, simple syrup, and water in a blender with top on and blend at medium speed until lemons are liquified. Add ice and blend on high until pureed (3 to 4 minutes). Serve in a tall glass with a straw and iced tea spoon and garnish with a lemon wheel.

CHEF'S NOTE: Recipe can be adjusted to your personal preferences for sweetness or tartness.

SIMPLE SYRUP:
1 cup water
2 cup sugar
Place sugar and water in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil for five minutes and transfer to a container to cool. Can be refrigerated for up to 6 weeks.


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Serving Ideas : Suggested menu : California Spring Lunch (see cookbook).


Nutr. Assoc. : 803 0 0 0