Blueberry-Lemon Iced Tea

FloridaGrl's Note:

This is a nice refreshing drink for summer--we really like it. Cooking time does not include chill time.

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 5 cups

• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen blueberries
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 4 cups water
• 3 family-size tea bags
• 3/4 cup sugar
• ice

Directions:

1. Bring package of frozen blueberries and lemon juice to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes.
2. Remove from heat, and pour through a fine wire-mesh strainer into a bowl, using the back of a spoon to press out juice. Discard solids. Wipe saucepan clean.
3. Bring 4 cups water to boil in same saucepan;add 3 family size teabags, and let stand 5 minutes. Remove and discard teabags.
4. Stir in 3/4 cup sugar and blueberry juice mixture. Pour into pitcher;cover and chill 1 hour. Serve over ice.

Reviews

[Baby Kato]

I am not a huge tea fan...but I love this fruity tea. Made exactly as written and wouldn't change a thing. It was really quick and easy to make with terrific results. I love that you can taste the blueberries, lemon and the tea. Thanks for sharing a recipe that I will enjoy again.

[gailanng]

So it's hot out there. Help is on its way. I'm bringing over some blueberry-lemon iced tea.

[Darkhunter]

I'm not that fond of fruited iced tea, but this changed my mind! A little bit of work, but definitely worth it! This will go into my iced tea rotation at the very top. Thnx for posting FloridaGrl. Made for Comfort Cafe Summer 2009.