Instructions: 1. Mash lemons and sugar (and salt, if using) in large, deep bowl or saucepan with potato masher or wooden spoon until lemon slices give up their juice, sugar dissolves and juice thickens to syrup consistency, about 4 minutes.

2. Pour half of lemon slices and syrup through large sieve over bowl or saucepan; press on solids with masher or wooden spoon to release as much liquid as possible. Discard solids; transfer liquid to serving pitcher. Repeat process with remaining lemon slices. Stir in water until blended.

3. Chill well and stir to blend before serving. Serve over ice.

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