Love sweet tea? Look no further than this Southern sweet tea recipe. Nothing is more refreshing on a hot day than slowly sipping on an ice cold glass of tea.
4regular black tea bags(or 2 family-sized tea bags)
1 ½cupsgranulated sugar
Instructions
Bring water to a rolling boil in a large pan. Add tea bags.
Reduce heat and simmer for two minutes.
Remove from heat and allow to sit for 10-15 minutes.
Remove tea bags and add sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
Add enough cold water to make a gallon.
Notes
Store the tea in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Sweet tea will last about 72 hours. Brewed tea with no sugar added will last longer -- about five days.