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southern sweet tea

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Recipe by
Jill Cooks
@spicyjill
Sunshine state, FL

Lemony iced tea sure is refreshing on sweltering days!! Always enjoyed all year round here in the south.

yield serving(s)
method Stove Top

Ingredients For southern sweet tea

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 quarts cold water
  • zest (cut in strips with a citrus zester)
  • juice from 2 lemons
  • 5 regular -size tea bags

How To Make southern sweet tea

  • 1
    In a saucepan, bring sugar, water and lemon juice to a boil, stirring regularly.
  • 2
    Remove from heat and toss in lemon zest strips and tea bags.
  • 3
    Allow to steep for 30 minutes. Strain and then chill.
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