Peach Iced Tea with Lemon Grass and Holy Basil ~ Day 115

Light and healthy peach iced tea infused with natural herbs like lemon grass and holy basil (Tulasi), a refreshing drink perfect for hot summer days.  

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Preparation time: 5 minutes

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Serves: 4

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Ingredients:

• Peaches - 2
• Sugar - 1/4 to 1/2 cup ( I used palm sugar) or to taste
• Lemon grass - a small piece, crushed
• Holy basil (Tulasi) or any basil - 7 to 8 leaves
• Ginger - 1 tsp, grated
• Tea bags - 2
• Water - 4 cups

Method:

1. Wash and cut the peaches into bite size pieces.  Place the peaches, sugar, lemon grass, ginger, and holy basil in a saucepan along with 1 cup of water.
2. Gently bring the mixture to a boil and cook until the peaches are soft, about 15 minutes.  Remove the lemon grass and discard.
3. Blend the mixture to a smooth paste.  Strain the mixture using a fine mesh strainer.  Let the peach syrup cool.
4. Bring 3 cups of water to a boil.  Steep the tea bags for 5 minutes.  Discard the tea bags and Let the tea cool completely.
5. To serve:  Mix the peach syrup with the tea, stir, and refrigerate. 
6. Pour the tea into your favorite tall glass, top it with lots of ice and enjoy!