Lulu's Lemonade

Last week, we checked out a book from the library called Lulu's Lemonade by Barbara deRubertis. It is a "Math Matters" book about some friends who make up a recipe for lemonade and win first prize at a kid's cooking contest. I'm always up for trying new recipes and this one looked very interesting, so we made it. And...it is very interesting. After I got over the fact that it really doesn't taste like lemonade, I realized that it is pretty good. The girls really liked it, and a friend of mine suggested that it might be good mixed with a little champagne. I might have to try that sometime. Anyway, I thought I'd share the recipe if any of you are looking for an interesting, refreshing, summer treat. (It is still summer right? It's 104 degrees today in Houston, so I'm pretty sure it's still summer!)

Lulu's Lemonade

2 quarts lemonade (you can use the powder/water mix or frozen lemonade mixed with water)

1 quart orange juice

1 pint Sprite

1 cup lime juice

1 Tablespoon vanilla (I'll probably use about 1/2 Tablespoon next time)

1 teaspoon mint leaves

Mix all ingredients together and serve over ice. Makes 1 gallon.