Fresh Berry Iced Tea

The only thing I like to drink as much as water is iced tea. This recipe is one of my favorites, hands down! It's not much trouble to make and everyone loves it. Now that fresh raspberries are cheap and in season, give it a try!



8-1/4 cups water, divided
2/3 cup sugar
5 individual tea bags
4 cups unsweetened raspberries

In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Remove from the heat; add tea bags. Steep for 5-8 minutes. Discard tea bags. Add 4 cups water.
In another saucepan, bring raspberries and remaining water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Strain and discard pulp. Add raspberry juice to the tea mixture. Serve in chilled glasses over ice.