Hot Tea Recipe

Inspired by Cure

Time15m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Water
In a kettle or pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
2
Add Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 teaspoons of tea leaves or 4 tea bags.
3
Steep
Let the tea steep for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
4
Strain or Remove Tea Bags
If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea into cups. If using tea bags, simply remove them.
5
Add Sweetener and Optional Ingredients
Stir in honey or sugar to taste. You can also add lemon slices and milk if desired.
6
Serve Hot
Pour the hot tea into cups and enjoy!