Permaculturist Health

[venaurafarm <venaurafarm@bellsouth.net>]

[baking soda has been in the news lately as having positive health effects]

http://cravingcomfort.blogspot.com/2012/07/sweet-tea.html

There IS a small "secret" ingredient in this Tea.
It removes all bitterness and creates a smooth, clear amazing Tea!

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*Perfect Sweet Tea.* (makes 1 gallon)
(Adapted from the Lone Star Steak House)

Ingredients -
5 - 8  Family size Tea Bags. (or 12 regular Tea Bags)
/       ( I prefer  #1 Luzianne or  #2 Liptons Brand Teas.)/
1 Quart  (4 Cups) - Boiling Water
3 Quarts (12 cups) - Cool Water
1 1/2 - 2 (one & a half) - Cups Sugar.
1/4 teaspoon - Baking Soda/(this IS the SECRET Ingredient!!)/
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Directions -
1.  Sprinkle baking soda into a pitcher /(I use a gallon-size Mason Jar
but many people have voiced concerns about pouring boiling water into a
glass container, so use whatever container you'd like)/
       Add Tea bags to the pitcher/baking soda,
       Pour Boiling water over tea bags,
       Cover and allow to steep for 15 minutes.
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2.  Remove and toss out Tea Bags,
      Add Sugar and Stir until completely dissolved.
      Add Cool Water.
      Refrigerate until cold and ready to drink.
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3.  Serve over ice,
      Take a nice long sip.
      Swoon.
      Repeat.