The time is not far off when strawberries can be seen not only on market and store shelves, but also in garden beds.
At first, the berries are eaten fresh, and then they are used for preparations.
Expert of the online publication "BelNovosti" Yulia Arkhipova , a cook and fourth-class baker, told how to make refreshing homemade lemonade from aromatic and juicy berries.
You will need:
- water - 1 liter;
- strawberries - 2 cups;
- sugar - 3/4 cup;
- thyme (fresh) - 8 sprigs;
- lemon - 1 pc.;
- mint and tarragon - 1 tsp each.
How to cook
1. Make the syrup by pouring a glass of water into a saucepan and adding sugar, thyme and dried herbs.
2. Place on heat and cook until sugar is completely dissolved.
3. Let the syrup cool, then strain.
4. The strawberries need to be cut into quarters and placed in a jug.
5. Squeeze the lemon juice and pour it over the berries, then pour syrup over everything.
6. Put it in the refrigerator for a few hours. The longer the lemonade sits, the more aromatic and rich it will be.
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Expert: Julia Arkhipova
