Simply Lemonade

Serves 4

1½ cups freshly squeezed lemon juice

4 cups hot water

¾ cup superfine granulated sugar

Mint sprigs (for garnish)

Lemon slices (for garnish)

Ice cubes 

1. In a pitcher, combine water and sugar. Stir until sugar completely dissolves.
2. To the pitcher, add lemon juice. Stir well.
3. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice. If desired, garnish each serving glass with a slice of lemon and a sprig of mint.