Mint Lemonade

Directions

1. 1
   Slice 7 lemons thinly.
2. 2
   Seed sliced lemons and place in a large mixing bowl.
3. 3
   Add 12 mint leaves; sprinkle with sugar.
4. 4
   Pour in boiling water.
5. 5
   Let sit for 45 minutes at room temperature, occasionally pressing lemons and mint with a wooden spoon.
6. 6
   Strain liquid through a fine-mesh strainer into a glass punch bowl or a pitcher with at least a 2 1/2 quart capacity.
7. 7
   Juice the remaining lemon; add to the strained liquid.
8. 8
   Add cold water; stir well.
9. 9
   Add ice cubes; stir rapidly.
10. 10
    Ladle or pour lemonade and a few ice cubes into each glass; garnish each with a mint leaf.