Step 1

Slice strawberries and add them to a medium sized pot. Add 1 tbsp of lemon juice and sugar to strawberries. Mix well and cook over medium heat, covered, for about 15 minutes. Make sure to leave a little opening with the lid so that the steam can escape and stir the strawberries from time to time. (Watch out for over-boiling.) Take off heat and set aside.

Step 2

PRO TIP: leave lemons on the counter to warm up to room temperature before juicing. Lemons give out more juice when they are at room temperature than cold.

Step 3

Juice lemons and limes (if using). Strain the freshly squeezed juice through a fine mesh strainer.

Step 4

Add cold water to a large drink container/pitcher/dispenser and add lemon juice.

Step 5

Add strawberry mixture, all of it, juice and berries. Mix everything well.

Step 6

It's best to refrigerate the lemonade for 3-4 hours before serving.