how to make southern sweet tea

How to Make Southern Sweet Tea

Ingredients

• 2 quarts cold water
• 2 family-size tea bags (or 6 regular-size bags)
• 1-1/4 cups granulated sugar

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts of cold water to a boil.
2. Remove pan from heat and add 2 family-size tea bags. Allow tea bags to steep for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Remove tea bags and add granulated sugar. Stir until all of the sugar has dissolved.
4. Transfer tea to a large pitcher and add 2 quarts of cold water. Stir to combine.
5. Serve sweet tea chilled over ice or room temperature.