Thirst-Quenching Limeade Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 5-1/2 cups water, divided
  • 1-1/4 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
  • 3/4 cup lime juice (about 4 limes)
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
  • 1 teaspoon grated lime peel
  • Ice cubes

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, bring 1-1/2 cups water and sugar to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature.

Transfer to a 2-qt. pitcher. Stir in the juices and peels. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Stir in the remaining 4 cups of water. Serve over ice. Yield: 7 servings (1-3/4 quarts).