Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Hot Tea Ingredients
Method
Hot Tea Preparation
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium-sized pot, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Tea
Once the water has boiled, remove it from heat and add 2 teaspoons of tea leaves or 2 tea bags. Stir gently to ensure they are fully submerged.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Cover the pot and let the tea steep for about 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
- 4
Strain or Remove Tea Bags
If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a cup using a fine mesh strainer. If using tea bags, simply remove them from the pot.
- 5
Add Sweetener and Lemon
If desired, add 1 tablespoon of honey for sweetness and a slice of lemon for flavor. Stir well to combine.
- 6