Ginger Iced Tea

Directions

1. 1
   Put tea bags in a quart-size glass measure or heatproof bowl.
2. 2
   In a saucepan bring water with gingerroot just to a boil and pour over tea bags. Steep tea 5 minutes and remove tea bags. Steep gingerroot 1 1/2 hours more and strain ginger tea through a fine sieve into a pitcher. Cool tea and chill, covered, until cold, about 1 hour.
3. 3
   Stir in syrup and serve tea over ice in tall glasses.
4. 4
   In a saucepan bring sugar and water to a boil, stirring, and boil until sugar is completely dissolved. Let syrup cool and chill, covered. Syrup may be made 2 weeks ahead and chilled. Makes about 2 cups.