Homemade Lemonade

· 1 ½ C. Sugar
· 3 C. Cold Water
· 1 ½ C. Fresh Lemon Juice (From 8 Large Lemons)
· 1 T. Grated Lemon Zest
· Ice Cubes

Bring sugar and 2 cups water to a boil over high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Boil,
uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest. Remove from the heat, cover and let stand for 30 minutes. Pour the lemonade through a strainer into a pitcher and stir in the remaining 1 C. of water. Chill for 2 hours. Serve with ice cubes and lemon slice garnishes.