Summertime and the Lemonade is Easy

Want your refrigerator to be as inviting as a corner lemonade stand? Add a twist (a lemon twist, that is) to your day with these beverages. All are so simple to prepare that they can be everyday staple refreshments, far exceeding the welcome your average soft drink or bottled beverage extends. Why? Because the emphasis here is fresh and homemade.

SWEET LEMON TEA

Use freshly squeezed lemon juice only. It makes a difference.

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Ingredients:

Serves 4

• 4 tea bags
• 4 cups of water
• 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 3/4 cup sugar

Instructions:

Bring water to a boil, remove from heat and place tea bags in the water to steep for approximately 3 minutes. When ready, remove tea bags and combine brewed tea with freshly squeezed lemon juice and sugar in a pitcher. Chill and serve. Garnish with lemon and mint (optional).

LEMON SLUSH

Take your lemonade to the next level with a little crushed ice. Leave out the sugar and use freshly squeezed orange juice for a naturally sweet, icy orange option!

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Ingredients:

Serves 4

• 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup crushed ice
• 4 cups water

Instructions:

Mix all ingredients in a blender until smooth  Garnish with lemon and mint (optional).

ORANGE FREEZE

This drink is a bit more filling and creamy. More than a light refreshment, it is ideal for breakfast or as a satisfying snack.

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Ingredients:

Serves 4

• 2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 cup ice
• 1/3 cup nonfat dry milk
• 1/4 cup honey

Instructions:

Mix all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Garnish with an orange slice and mint (optional).

BUBBLY FRUIT JUICES

Instead of grabbing another soft drink, add sparkling water to any of your favorite fruit juices for a healthier carbonated drink.

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Ingredients:

• 1 cup of your favorite fruit juice
• 1 cup of sparkling water

Instructions:

Pour equal parts of fruit juice and sparkling water over ice. Garnish with fruit slices (optional). Enjoy!