Hot Tea Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
2
Add Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add the tea leaves or tea bags. Let it steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.

3
Sweeten the Tea
After steeping, remove the tea leaves or tea bags. Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey until dissolved.
4
Add Lemon Juice
Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the tea for a refreshing citrus flavor.
5
Milk and Cinnamon (Optional)
If you prefer a creamier tea, stir in 0.5 cups of milk. For a warm spice note, add 0.5 teaspoons of cinnamon.