Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Iced Tea Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Brew the Tea
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the black tea bags. Steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
- 2
Sweeten the Tea
Remove the tea bags and stir in the granulated sugar while the tea is still warm. Make sure the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 3
Cool the Tea
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then add 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Stir well.
- 4
Serve the Tea
In a pitcher, combine the cooled tea with 6 cups of ice cubes. Stir to chill the mixture.
- 5
Garnish
Serve the iced tea in glasses garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves as desired.