Ginger-Cider Lemonade

I'm not sure exactly where this recipe came from, but it sure is good!

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 12
• Yields: 1 large pitcherful

Ingredients

• 2  cups water
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1  inch  piece  fresh gingerroot, peeled and thinly sliced
• 5  lemons, halved
• 2  cups apple cider

Directions

1. Bring the water, sugar, and fresh ginger to a boil in a medium saucepan. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
2. Add lemons to the pan and let stand for 30 minutes. Squeeze juice from the lemons.
3. Strain the lemon mixture through a fine sieve into a large bowl or pitcher. Discard the solids.
4. Stir in the cider and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.