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A tall glass of iced tea with lemon and ice cubes

Quick way to grow iced tea in 5 steps

Learn how to quickly "grow" iced tea in five simple steps, ideal for a refreshing drink on a hot day. This method is perfect for those who want a quick and easy way to enjoy homemade iced tea.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large Tea bags
  • 4 cups Water
  • 2 tbsp Sugar (optional)

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Pitcher

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a saucepan.
  2. Add 4 large tea bags to the boiling water and let steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on desired strength.
  3. Remove tea bags and stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar until dissolved, if using.
  4. Pour the tea into a pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
  5. Serve over ice with lemon slices if desired.

Notes

For a stronger tea, steep the tea bags for a longer duration. You can also experiment with different types of tea bags for varied flavors.