Basil Lemonade

• 12 cup Splenda sugar substitute (or other zero-calorie sugar substitute, like Truvia)
• 12 cup basil leaves, plus 4 sprigs for garnish
• 4 cups diet lemonade (I like Aldi brand Fit & Fresh)

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the Splenda and 1.5 cups cold water to a simmer.
2. Cook, without stirring, until the Splenda dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat, add the basil, and let cool to room temperature.
4. Strain the syrup into a resealable container and discard the solid remnants.
5. Pour 2 to 3 teaspoons of the basil syrup into each of 4 ice-filled glasses, then fill each with the diet lemonade.
6. Garnish with an additional sprig of basil.
7. You can cover and refrigerate the remaining syrup for up to 2 weeks!

splenda sugar substitute, basil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/basil-lemonade-484678 (may not work)