Southern Sweet Tea Recipe from Grandma

Get ready to enjoy a taste of the South with this classic Southern Sweet Tea recipe passed down from generation to generation. Grandma's secret ingredient? Love, of course!

Ingredients:

• 6 regular tea bags
• 1 cup of sugar
• Water
• Ice cubes
• Lemon slices (optional for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Fill a medium-sized pot with 4 cups of water and bring it to a boil.
2. Once the water is boiling, remove the pot from the heat and add the tea bags. Let them steep for about 5-7 minutes.
3. While the tea is steeping, place the sugar in a heatproof pitcher.
4. After steeping, remove the tea bags and pour the hot tea over the sugar in the pitcher. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
5. Fill the pitcher with cold water until you reach the desired strength of tea.
6. Chill the sweet tea in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
7. When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled sweet tea over the ice.
8. Garnish with a slice of lemon if desired.
9. Enjoy your refreshing Southern Sweet Tea!

There you have it! A simple and delicious Southern Sweet Tea recipe that will transport you to a front porch in the South with every sip. Sip back, relax, and enjoy a taste of Grandma's love in every glass.