Texas Tea

Ingredients

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 6 cups cold water
• 2 tablespoons loose tea leaves

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the sugar and 2 cups of water over medium-high heat until the sugar is dissolved.
2. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
3. Add the remaining 4 cups of cold water and the tea leaves. Stir to combine.
4. Cover the pan and let the tea steep for 15 minutes.
5. Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher.
6. Serve over ice, garnished with lemon slices, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• The origin of Texas Tea isn't clear, but it's believed to have been invented in the Lone Star State.
• In the South, tea is often served with lots of sugar and lemon juice.
• Texas Tea is a popular drink in the South and Southwest.