Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Brewed Tea
Optional Additions
Method
Brew the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a kettle, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat. Add 2 teaspoons of tea leaves or 1 tea bag to the hot water. Allow it to steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
- 3
Strain the Tea
If you used loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a cup to remove the leaves. If you used a tea bag, simply remove the bag.
Add Optional Ingredients
- 4
Sweeten to Taste
Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the brewed tea, if desired. Stir until fully dissolved.
- 5
Add Lemon
Place a slice of lemon into the cup for added flavor.
- 6
Add Milk
If you prefer a creamier tea, add milk to taste and stir well.
