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TEA RECIPES AND THEIR METHODS OF PREPARATION

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TEA RECIPES AND METHODS OF PREPARATION Whether you use loose tes or teabags, the method of preparation is the same:  Start with a spotlessly clean teapot made of glass,china or earthenware. Add rapidly boiling water; allow to stand a few minutes and pour out. . Heat cold water to a full rolling boil. . Add tea or teabags to the warm pot, allowing 1 teaspoon of loose tea or I teabag for each cup of tea desired.Pour boiling water over the tea           (¾ cup for each cup of tea); let steep 3 to 5 minutes to bring out the full flavor. Stir the tea once to ensure uniform strength. Strain the tea or remove teabags. If desired, serve with sugar and milk or lemon. " Do not judge the strength of tea by its color; you must taste it. Instant tea, a concentrate, should be prepared according to the directions on the jar. ICED TEA Follow directions for preparation of tea (above) except-double the amount of tea. Strain tea over ice in pitcher or into ice-filled glasses. Note: Tea t