Fresh Lemonade

Spring is just here and its  getting hot in South! This is really a refreshing drink .So simple to make .

Lemonade

 lemon-2
sugar -1/2 cup
fresh mint sprigs
4 cups cold water

Method:
Slice lemon into rings and place in a bowl or pitcher with the sugar.
Using a wooden spoon, pound the lemon pulp and rind just until juices are released .
Add 3 or 4 mint leaves and pound gently with the spoon .
Allow mixture to sit for about 5 minutes to release the flavors .
Add cold water and stir to dissolve sugar .
May be prepared up to 1 hour ahead and refrigerated .
Pour into ice filled glasses and garnish with fresh mint sprigs.