A simple, refreshing homemade iced tea made with freshly brewed tea, cold water and a squeeze of lemon. An easy pitcher of tea that’s especially good served well chilled over plenty of ice.
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| Lorraine’s Ice Tea |
Yield: About 2 quarts
Prep Time: About 10 minutes, plus chilling time
Prep Time: About 10 minutes, plus chilling time
Ingredients:
- 6 tea bags
- 1 cup hot water
- 6–8 cups cold water
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Ice, for serving
Instructions:
- Place the tea bags in a heatproof container and pour 1 cup hot water over them.
- Allow the tea bags to steep until the tea is well flavored.
- Remove the tea bags and pour the brewed tea into a pitcher.
- Add 6–8 cups cold water, depending on how strong you like your iced tea.
- Stir in the juice of ½ lemon.
- Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
- Serve over ice.
Tip: Start with 6 cups of cold water, taste the tea after it has chilled, and add additional water if you prefer a lighter tea.
Source: Lorraine Harvey’s Recipe
