Thai Limeade

The technique intensifies the wonderful lime flavor. Adapted from Victor Sodsook's recipe in "True Thai".

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  cup fresh lime juice, lime shells reserved
• 2  quarts water
• 2  cups sugar or 2  cups Splenda granular
• 1  teaspoon salt (optional)

Directions

1. Heat water to a boil and stir in lime juice, empty lime shells, sugar/Splenda, and salt. Remove from heat and allow to steep for 15 minutes, then allow to cool.
2. Strain to remove lime shells if desired, and serve over ice.