GUEST BLOG / Editors
of Southern Living Magazine--Sweet tea is synonymous with Southern culture. When we
order tea at a restaurant, we assume that the waiter will bring an ice-cold
glass of sweet tea (maybe with lemon) that perfectly complements our meal. We
serve tea at every Southern gathering, from funerals to baby showers to church
potlucks. A pitcher of Southern sweet tea doesn't last long in the fridge – but
with this recipe, you'll be able to replenish the supply in no time.
Making
sweet tea isn't difficult at all, but many Southerners argue about how much
sugar you should include. When it comes to this Southern staple, we say the
sweeter the better! This recipe from our Test Kitchen is one of our
highest-rated recipes for good reason. Made with plenty of tea bags for a
strong, steeped flavor, a simple syrup brings sweetness to this recipe without
having to worry about loose sugar granules. One trick calls for adding a little
baking soda to the tea removes any cloudiness and will give you a crystal-clear
pitcher.
Source:
SouthernLiving.com
Ingredients:
12
regular-size tea bags
1/8
teaspoon baking soda
1
qt. distilled or bottled water
1
qt. ice cubes
1
1/4 cups Simple Syrup
How to Make It:
--Place
tea bags and baking soda in a large heatproof glass pitcher.
--Bring
water just to a rolling boil in a saucepan or kettle, and immediately pour over
tea bags, making sure bags are submerged.
--Cover
and steep 7 minutes. Remove tea bags without squeezing;
--discard
tea bags.
--Add
ice, and stir until ice melts. Stir in Simple Syrup, and serve in a glass or
mug over ice.
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