Black Tea Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a kettle or pot, bring 1 cup of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat. Add 2 teaspoons of black tea leaves to the hot water.
3
Infusion
Allow the tea leaves to steep in the hot water for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
4
Strain the Tea
After steeping, use a fine mesh strainer or tea infuser to strain the tea into a cup, discarding the leaves.
5
Add Optional Ingredients
Taste the tea and add sugar, milk, or lemon as desired. Stir gently to combine.