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Lemon Iced Tea

Refreshingly tart and sweet lemon iced tea that's easy to make and customize. Perfect for summer days!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 bags black tea
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • Ice cubes for serving
  • Lemon slices for garnish

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Pitcher
  • Measuring cups
  • Strainer
  • Stirring spoon
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan, bring the 4 cups of water to a boil.
  2. Add the 4 tea bags to the boiling water and remove from heat. Steep for 5 minutes.
  3. After steeping, add the 1/2 cup of sugar to the warm tea and stir until dissolved.
  4. Remove the tea bags and strain the tea into a pitcher to remove any leaves.
  5. Stir in the 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
  6. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
  7. Refrigerate the tea for at least 1 hour.
  8. Serve over ice cubes in glasses and garnish with lemon slices.

Notes

Serve chilled for best flavor. Consider adding a touch of honey for sweetness or fresh mint leaves for an additional refreshing taste.