Peach Lemonade

Source: Divas Can Cook

Servings: 6

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Total time: 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 3 cups fresh or frozen peaches, peeled and diced
• 3 Tbs lemon zest (about 3 lemons) 
• 2 cups sugar
• 6 cups cold water
• 1 cup lemon juice
• Ice, mint leaves, and lemon slices for garnish

DIRECTIONS

• Combine the peaches, lemon zest, sugar, and 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes, until the peaches have softened.
• Use a potato masher or fork to mash the peaches, then continue to simmer until thickened slightly.
• Let the peach syrup cool to room temperature, then use a fine-mesh sieve to strain out any solid pieces. 
• Combine the peach syrup, lemon juice, and remaining water in a serving pitcher and refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves!