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Lorraine's Ice Tea

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.

Lorraine’s Ice Tea

Yield: About 2 quarts
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:

  1. Place the tea bags in a heatproof container and pour 1 cup hot water over them.
  2. Allow the tea bags to steep until the tea is well flavored.
  3. Remove the tea bags and pour the brewed tea into a pitcher.
  4. Add 6–8 cups cold water, depending on how strong you like your iced tea.
  5. Stir in the juice of ½ lemon.
  6. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
  7. 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