Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Optional Add-Ins
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Add Tea Leaves or Bags
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 teaspoons of tea leaves or 4 tea bags.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like it.
- 4
Strain the Tea
If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a teapot or directly into cups. If using tea bags, simply remove the bags.
Adding Optional Ingredients
- 5
Sweeten the Tea
If desired, add 2 tablespoons of sugar or 1 tablespoon of honey to the hot tea and stir until dissolved.
- 6
Add Milk
Pour in 1 cup of milk if you prefer your tea creamy, and stir to combine.
- 7
Add Lemon
For a citrusy twist, add a slice of lemon to your cup of tea.