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How to make Homemade Limoncello with Meyer Lemons recipe via flouronmyface.com

Homemade Limoncello

Arlene Mobley - Flour On My Face
The sweet and mellow flavor of Meyer Lemons is perfect for homemade Limoncello.
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Prep Time 28 days
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 28 days 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 Quarts
Calories 93 kcal

Ingredients  

  • 10 Meyer Lemons
  • 3 cups 100 proof vodka (or one 750 milliliter bottle)
  • 1 quart jar and lid
  • 3 cups water
  • 2 ½ - 3 cups granulated sugar
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Instructions 

  • Peel the lemons being sure to remove any pith on the back of the lemon peels.
  • Place the lemon peels into a quart mason jar and cover with the vodka.
  • Allow to steep 2 to 4 weeks.
  • After steeping make a simple syrup by placing the water and sugar into a sauce pan and heating on medium until all the sugar crystals have dissolved.
  • Remove the pot from the heat source and allow the simple syrup to cool.
  • Strain the lemon peels into a larger glass pitcher or bottle.
  • Add the simple syrup and mix.
  • Cover the Limoncello with plastic wrap or a lid.
  • Chill in the refrigerator over night before transferring to individual bottles for gifts or storage.
  • Stored in the freezer the homemade limoncello will keep for a year.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ounceCalories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 1mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg
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