Yankee Transplant's Not so Sweet Tea

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   Put the water into a very large pot.

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   Tie the teabag strings together and secure them with the bags in the water and the tags outside the pot.

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   Bring the water to a full, rolling boil then immediately turn it off.

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   No, this is not a mistake.

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   If the tea doesn't get to a full boil this way its too weak and doesn't have that distinctive flavor.

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   Let steep until fully cooled.

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   I find it best to just leave this big batch sit on the stove overnight.

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   Remove the teabags.

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   Add 25-30 packets Splenda and stir it in well.

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    Adjust amount of sweetener to your family's tastes.

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    Transfer the tea to pitchers or jugs.

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    Serve over plenty of ice.

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