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Limoncello
Recipe courtesy Rocco DiSpirito
Show:  Melting Pot
Episode:  Mediterranean - Citrus Show
2 pounds very fresh lemons
1 quart grain alcohol
6 cups water
2 1/2 cups sugar

Zest lemons, making sure not to include any pith. Put zest in a jar with alcohol and let stand in the dark for 3 days, making sure to shake the jar at least twice a day.

When the lemons are pale, all the oil has been extracted. Strain the liquid and discard the zest. In a saucepan over low heat, heat water and sugar until sugar dissolves and syrup is clear. Let cool to room temperature and mix with infused alcohol. Strain liquid through a coffee filter.

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Recipe Summary
Difficulty: Easy
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Inactive Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 2 quarts

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