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HOMEMADE LIMONCELLO

Limoncello is one of southern Italy's best-known drinks.  It is served both as an aperitif and as an after-dinner drink.  This recipe will make 1 liter plus 1-1/2 cups of limoncello.

1 liter of 100-proof vodka

Peels of 3-4 lemons, white pitch included

1-1/2 cups water

2 cups granulated sugar

Pour the vodka into a large glass jar.

Add the lemon peels.

Seal and set aside for 3 days.

TOSCANA Limoncello Set

After 3 days, fill a large saucepan with the water

Add the sugar and bring to a boil; stirring frequently.

Cook uncovered at a low boil for 4-5 minutes.

Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.

Add the vodka and lemon peels and set aside for 1 hour.

Discard the lemon peels.

Use a funnel to pour the vodka into bottles and seal tightly.

Place in the freezer for 6-8 hours to chill completely.

Store in the freezer, so that the drink is cold when ready to serve.

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Baba Napoletano al Limoncello

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