Lemon Ginger Sweet Tea 🍹

Prep time 10 mins Cook time 3 mins Total time 13 mins Ingredients 5-7 black tea bags, (more or less depending on how strong you like your tea) 3 c. water 2 lemons, sliced 1 small, 1" piece of ginger-root, peeled and sliced ¼ c. sugar additional water ice

Instructions In a microwave safe bowl or glass measuring cup, microwave the 3 c. water and tea bags on high for about 3-4 minutes. Slice the lemons and ginger and add to a large 2 quart pitcher. Pour the water and tea bags over the lemons and ginger and let steep, until water returns to room temperature. Remove tea bags. Fill pitcher with water and stir in the sugar. Refrigerate until cold. Fill glasses with ice and pour tea into glasses. Garnish with additional lemon slices, if desired.