Opie's Lemonade

This simple, but delicious recipe comes from my Mayberry cookbook. Real lemons are a must!

• Ready In: 2 hrs 20 mins
• Yields: 3 quarts

Ingredients

• 6  lemons
• 1 1⁄2 cups sugar
• 2 1⁄2 quarts water

Directions

1. Slice lemon into thin rings.
2. Place in a porcelain or enamel container.
3. Add the sugar and pound with wooden mallet to extract the juice.
4. Let the mixture stand for 20 minutes.
5. Add the cold water and ice cues as desired.
6. Stir until well blended.