Secret Ingredient Iced Tea
Courtesy of Mr. Food Test Kitchen
Servings: 4
Prep Time: n/a
Cook Time: 25 Min.
Chill Time: 2 Hr.
Prep Time: n/a
Cook Time: 25 Min.
Chill Time: 2 Hr.
What you need:
* 10 c. water, divided
* 1/8 tsp. baking soda (See Note)
* 7 tea bags
* 1 1/2 c. sugar
* 1 lemon, thinly sliced
* Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
* 1/8 tsp. baking soda (See Note)
* 7 tea bags
* 1 1/2 c. sugar
* 1 lemon, thinly sliced
* Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
What to do:
1. In a large saucepan over high heat, bring 5 cups water to a boil. Stir in baking soda and tea bags; remove from heat, cover, and let steep 15 minutes.
2. Remove and discard tea bags. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Add remaining water and the lemon slices. Pour into large pitcher and refrigerate 2 to 4 hours, or until chilled.
3. Serve in tall glasses over ice and garnish with mint, if desired.
* Note: Using baking soda in this recipe is no mistake. It removes any bitterness from the tea, leaving us with a smooth and flavorful drink.
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2. Remove and discard tea bags. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Add remaining water and the lemon slices. Pour into large pitcher and refrigerate 2 to 4 hours, or until chilled.
3. Serve in tall glasses over ice and garnish with mint, if desired.
* Note: Using baking soda in this recipe is no mistake. It removes any bitterness from the tea, leaving us with a smooth and flavorful drink.
Recipe and Image from the Mr. Food Test Kitchen
© 2018 Ginsburg Enterprises Incorporated. All rights reserved.