Iced Lemongrass Tea

1. 1

   Trim off bottom 6 inches of lemongrass stalks.

2. 2

   Cut enough lemongrass tops crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces (discard any discolored parts) to measure 1 cup.

3. 3

   Bring lemongrass pieces, sugar, and 2 cups water to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved, then remove from heat and let steep, partially covered, 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Put remaining 6 cups water in a pitcher.

5. 5

   Blend lemongrass mixture in a blender until lemongrass is finely chopped (use caution when blending hot liquids), then pour through a fine-mesh sieve into water in pitcher, discarding solids.

6. 6

   Serve over ice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.