Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavor Enhancements
Method
Preparation
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 2 tablespoons of tea leaves or tea bags.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Cover the pot and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer the flavor.
Serving
- 4
Strain the Tea
If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer into a teapot or individual cups. If using tea bags, simply remove the bags.
- 5
Add Sweeteners and Flavorings
Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of milk or cream. If desired, sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of cinnamon for an extra kick.
- 6
Serve Hot
Pour the hot tea into cups and serve immediately. Enjoy your soothing hot tea!
