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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.

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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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