Mint Iced Tea

Directions

1. 1
   In a large pot bring the water to a boil.
2. 2
   Remove pot from heat, add the tea bags, cover with a lid, and allow tea to steep in water for 20 minutes.
3. 3
   Take a 1 gallon jug and pour the sugar into the jug and cover with some hot tap water.
4. 4
   Stir the sugar around to dissolve while the tea is steeping.
5. 5
   Once the tea has steeped, remove the lid and the tea bags.
6. 6
   Pour the tea into the jug with the sugar, stir, and place the tea bags back into the jug.
7. 7
   Stir the tea well, making sure the sugar dissolves.
8. 8
   Fill the jug with cold water to yield 1 gallon.
9. 9
   To serve, pour each glass of tea and garnish with a slice of lemon and mint leaves.