Italian Lemonade

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the sugar with 3 cups of water in a small saucepan.
2. 2
   Bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
3. 3
   Remove from the heat and add the lemon juice.
4. 4
   Pour the mixture into 3 ice cube trays and set aside to cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Place the trays in the freezer to harden, 4 to 8 hours depending on your freezer.
6. 6
   When ready to serve, add the ice cubes and the lemon peel to a food processor and pulse until the ice is fluffy and broken down.
7. 7
   Serve with a straw and a spoon, and be prepared to be whisked away to the summer streets of Chicago.