Fresh Mint Tea Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Mint

   Rinse the fresh mint leaves under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities. Gently pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

2. 2

   Boil the Water

   In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.

3. 3

   Steep the Mint

   Once the water is boiling, remove the pot from heat and add the rinsed mint leaves. Cover the pot with a lid to trap the steam and let the mint steep for about 5-10 minutes, depending on your desired strength.

4. 4

   Sweeten the Tea

   After steeping, taste the tea. If desired, stir in honey or sugar to sweeten it to your liking.

5. 5

   Add Lemon (Optional)

   If using, squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the tea for added flavor. You can also slice the remaining half for garnish.

6. 6

   Serve the Tea

   Pour the mint tea into cups, straining out the leaves if preferred. Serve hot, or allow to cool and serve over ice for a refreshing iced tea.