Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium-sized pot, pour 4 cups of water and place it over high heat. Bring the water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Add Tea
Once the water reaches a boil, remove the pot from heat and add 4 teaspoons of black tea leaves or 4 tea bags to the water. Let it steep for 3-5 minutes based on your desired strength.
- 3
Sweeten the Tea
After steeping, add 2 tablespoons of sugar to the tea. Stir until completely dissolved.
- 4
Add Milk (if using)
If you prefer a creamier tea, add 1 cup of milk to the mixture and stir well. Adjust the quantity based on your preference.
- 5
Serve with Optional Garnishes
Pour the hot tea into cups and garnish with a slice of lemon or fresh mint leaves if desired.