Make This Refreshing Berry Lemonade in Just 5 Minutes!

Homemade strawberry simple syrup is the star of this family-friendly sip. Batch it to stir into beverages all spring and summer long!

• YIELDS: 4 – 6 serving(s)
• TOTAL TIME: 5 mins

INGREDIENTS

FOR SIMPLE SYRUP

• 1 lb. strawberries
• 1 c. sugar

FOR LEMONADE

• 2 c. Strawberry Simple Syrup
• 1 1/3 c. fresh lemon juice
• Sliced strawberries and lemons, for serving

DIRECTIONS

STRAWBERRY SIMPLE SYRUP

1. In large saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar.
2. Reduce heat and simmer until berries turn pale and liquid is red, about 10 minutes. Skim off and discard any foam that has risen to surface.
3. Let syrup cool in saucepan 1 hour. Strain through fine-mesh sieve and let cool completely (discard berries or save for another use). Refrigerate in airtight container up to 2 weeks.

FRESH BERRY LEMONADE

1. In pitcher, stir together Strawberry Simple Syrup, lemon juice, and 5 cups ice-cold water. Serve over ice with fruit.