Lemonade

5 c. cold water

ice cubes

2 2/3 c. lemonade syrup base (recipe below)

thin lemon slices for garnish

Lemonade Syrup Base:

1 1/2 c. sugar

1/2 c. boiling water

1 lemon

grated lemon peel

1 1/2 c. freshly squeezed lemon juice (approxiamately 6 -7 large lemons)

Add sugar to boiling water. Stir to dissolve. Simmer 5 minutes. Cool. Add lemon peel and lemon juice. Store in covered container in refrigerator. When ready to serve, add all ingredients together. Stir well. Serve immediately. Very refreshing, especially on a hot day. Makes 8 servings.