Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavoring (Optional)
Method
Preparing the Tea Base
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 teaspoons of tea leaves or the equivalent number of tea bags.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Cover the saucepan and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you want the flavor.
- 4
Strain (if using loose tea leaves)
If you used loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a teapot or a serving vessel to remove the leaves.
Flavoring the Tea (Optional)
- 5
Sweeten the Tea
If desired, add 2 tablespoons of honey to sweeten the tea. Stir until fully dissolved.
- 6
Add Lemon
For a refreshing twist, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and stir well.
- 7
Add Milk or Cream (optional)
For a creamier texture, add 2 tablespoons of milk or cream and stir until combined.
