Homecoming Iced Tea

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   Fill a large pitcher with the 8 cups water.

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   Submerge 8 tea bags in the water.

3. 3

   Twist the tea bag strings several times to hold them together and let the paper ends dangle over the outside edge of the pitcher for easy retrieval later.

4. 4

   Let the tea bags steep until the tea tastes sufficiently strong, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

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   Stir in the citrus juices, honey, and mint.

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   Refrigerate until cold.

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   Serve in glasses of your choice with plenty of ice.

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   Hate watery iced tea, a casualty caused by melting ice cubes that dilute the tea?

9. 9

   Make an extra half batch of sweetened tea and freeze it in ice cube trays.

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    Once cubes are completely frozen, punch them out, stow them in plastic bags, and store them in the freezer.

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    Theyll be ready to keep your iced tea cold and strong whenever you need them.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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