Fresh Lemonade

Directions

1. 1
   With a sharp knife, very thinly slice lemons crosswise. Discard end slices and seeds.
2. 2
   Put lemon slices into a large bowl or sturdy pitcher.
3. 3
   Add the sugar.
4. 4
   With a wooden spoon, stir until the sugar is dissolved.
5. 5
   Let lemon-sugar mixture stand 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Add ice and 6 cups cold water.
7. 7
   Stir until very cold. Add lemon slices.
8. 8
   Serve.