Ingredients
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- 4 large lemons
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the lemons thoroughly. Zest each lemon carefully and juice them, discarding seeds.
- In a large pot, combine lemon juice, zest, sugar, and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until thickened.
- To check consistency, place a small amount on a cold plate; if it gels after cooling slightly, it's ready.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before pouring into sterilized jars. Seal tightly and cool completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Preserving
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg