Sweet Tea Recipe
Make Sweet Tea Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional Flavorings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Tea Bags
Once the water is boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add 4 black tea bags to the water.
- 3
Steep Tea
Allow the tea bags to steep in the hot water for about 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 4
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, remove the tea bags from the saucepan. Do not squeeze them as it may make the tea bitter.
- 5
Add Sugar
While the tea is still warm, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
Cooling and Serving
- 6
Cool the Tea
Let the sweetened tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled, about 1-2 hours.
- 7
Serve
Pour the chilled sweet tea over ice in glasses. If desired, add lemon slices and mint leaves for garnish.
