SWEET SOUTHERN ICED TEA
6 to 8 servings
In the South, iced tea is sweet and strong—too dark to read the newspaper through.
Brew tea using:
- 4 cups water
- 6 to 7 bags black tea (or 8 teaspoons black tea leaves)
Steep for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove the tea bags (or strain) and stir in while hot:
- 1 cup sugar, or to taste
Transfer to a large pitcher and add:
- 2 to 4 cups water, depending on the desired strength of the tea
Chill. Serve over ice. If desired, garnish with:
- (Lemon slices)