Jun 08 2026

Iced Tea Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Iced Tea Ingredients

Method

Iced Tea Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Brew Tea

    Once boiling, remove from heat and add the tea bags. Let steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you want the tea.

  3. 3

    Sweeten Tea

    Remove the tea bags and stir in 1 cup of sugar until dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.

  4. 4

    Prepare Iced Tea

    In a large pitcher, combine the cooled tea with 2 cups of ice cubes. Stir well.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Pour the iced tea into glasses over ice and garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves.

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