Lemonade with Fresh Mint Non-Alcoholic
Servings: 4

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 1/2 cups water
1-cup fresh mint leaves
Juice of 2 oranges
Juice of 6 lemons
4-teaspoons grated orange peel
Fresh orange or lemon slices and sprigs of mint for garnish

Preparation:
Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil and boil 5 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly.

Place mint leaves in a small bowl. Add sugar syrup, orange juice, lemon juice, and grated orange peel. Cover and let steep for 1 hour. Strain into a 1-quart container. Cover and keep refrigerated.

To serve, mix 1 part lemon mint mixture with 2 parts water. Serve over ice and garnish with lemon or orange slices and sprigs of mint if desired.