Orange Lemonade

This cool fruit drink is so refreshing on warm summer days. Fresh orange and lemon juice give it a terrific citrus flavor.

Yield

7 servings

Ingredients

1 cup granulated (white) sugar
1 cup hot water
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
3 cups cold water
2 cups orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice

Directions

In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water lemon peel and orange peel. Bring to a gentle boil; boil for 8 to 10 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Strain and discard lemon and orange peel. Cool to room temperature. Transfer to a pitcher; stir in the cold water and juices. Chill. Serve over ice.