1/20/14

Southern Sweet Iced Tea

 

 Southern Sweet Iced Tea. Photo by * Pamela *

 

6 regular tea bags
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups boiling water
1 1/2-2 cups sugar
6 cups cold water


Total Time: 30 mins

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins



Directions:

In a large glass measuring cup, place the tea bags and add the baking soda.
Pour the boiling water over the tea bags.
Cover and steep for 15 minutes.
Take out the tea bags and do not squeeze them.
Pour the tea mixture into a 2-quart pitcher; add the sugar.
Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Add in the cold water.
Let cool; chill in the refrigerator and serve over ice.