Hot Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Boil the Water
In a small pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once the water reaches a rolling boil, remove it from the heat.
- 2
Add Tea
If using loose tea leaves, place 1 tablespoon of tea leaves in a tea infuser or directly into the pot. If using a tea bag, simply place the tea bag in the boiling water.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Cover the pot and let the tea steep for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea. The longer you steep, the stronger the flavor.
- 4
Sweeten and Flavor (optional)
If desired, add 1 tablespoon of honey for sweetness and a slice of lemon for flavor. Stir gently to combine.
- 5
Serve
Pour the hot tea into your favorite cup or mug. Enjoy your hot tea while it's still warm!