Hot Tea Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a kettle or pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
2
Add Tea
Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from the heat and add 2 tablespoons of tea leaves or 2 tea bags.
3
Steep the Tea
Allow the tea to steep for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on how strong you want your tea. For stronger tea, steep longer.
4
Strain or Remove Tea Bags
If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a cup or teapot. If you used tea bags, simply remove them.
5
Add Flavorings
Add sugar or honey to taste, followed by lemon juice and milk or cream if desired. Stir well to combine.
6
Serve
Pour the tea into cups and enjoy while hot.