Iced Tea Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2
Steep Tea Bags
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Let them steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, remove the tea bags and discard them.

4
Add Sweetener
If desired, stir in 1 cup of sugar or 0.5 cup of honey while the tea is still warm. Stir until fully dissolved.

5
Add Flavorings
If you want to add flavor, stir in 0.5 cup of lemon juice and add 10 mint leaves. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.

6
Prepare Serving Glasses
Fill glasses with ice cubes (about 2 cups per glass).
7
Pour Tea
Pour the cooled tea over the ice cubes in each glass.
8
Garnish
Garnish with lemon slices and additional mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.