Iced Tea Recipe
Refreshing iced tea available sweetened or unsweetened.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Flavoring (optional)
Serving
Method
Prepare the Tea Base
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.
Sweeten the Tea (optional)
- 4
Add Sweetener
If you prefer sweetened iced tea, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar, 0.5 cup of honey, or 1 tsp of stevia while the tea is still warm. Stir until fully dissolved.
Flavor the Tea (optional)
- 5
Add Flavorings
For added flavor, stir in 0.5 cups of lemon juice, 0.5 cups of fresh mint leaves, or 1 cup of peach slices. Mix well to combine.
