How to Make Sun Tea with Kids

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I remember my mom filling a large glass jar with water, and several tea bags to sit in the sun. Hours later it would be sweetened with sugar and transferred to the refrigerator making our family’s favorite beverage: sun tea. It was especially refreshing to drink in the hot summer days. Learn more

How to Make Sun Tea with Kids

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What You'll Need

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Fill a quart mason jar with water to the neck.

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Put 2-3 small tea bags in the jar with string hanging out, place lid and ring on jar.

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Place in a sunny spot for 2-3 hours.

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Swipe up for the rest of the recipe

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How to Make Sun Tea with Kids

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