Belongs to shawn Slightly Sweet Tea 
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Makes about 2 qt. (serving size: 1 cup)
Prep: 10 min., Cook: 5 min., Steep: 10 min.

ready in about 15 minutes
You might need to buy:
  • * 4 cups water
  • * 7 green tea bags
  • * 1/2 cup honey
  • * 4 cups cold water
Belongs to shawn Ginger and Honey Iced Tea 
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serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • * 8 cups boiling water
  • * 8 tea bags
  • * 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
  • * 1/3 cup honey
Belongs to shawn Blueberry-Lemon Iced Tea 
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Prep.: 5 min., Cook: 10 min., Stand: 5 min., Chill: 1 hr.

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  • * 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • * 4 cups water
  • * 3 family-size tea bags
  • * 3/4 cup sugar
Belongs to shawn New Mexican Hot Chocolate 
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“This is a wonderful treat on a cold winter morning and can be soothing at night in front of a warm fireplace.” -TM

serves 8
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  • * 1/2 cup water
  • * 1/3 cup honey
  • * 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
  • * 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • * 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • * 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • * 4 cups 2% reduced-fat milk
  • * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Belongs to shawn Brandied Hot Chocolate 
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On a chilly day, our grown-up version—rich with bittersweet chocolate and punched up with French brandy—will warm you to your toes.

serves 4
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  • * 1 1/2 cups grated bittersweet chocolate
  • * 1/2 cup dry milk powder
  • * 4 cups whole milk
  • * 4 tablespoons Armagnac
Belongs to shawn Barcelona Hot Chocolate 
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The combination of hot chocolate and espresso is enjoyed in Spain and throughout Europe. This version shows off the chocolate with a hint of orange and isn’t as sweet as traditional American-style cocoa drinks.

serves 4
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  • * 2/3 cup boiling water
  • * 1 1/3 cups 1% low-fat milk
  • * 1 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
  • * 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • * 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • * 1 2-inch piece orange rind strip
Belongs to shawn Watermelon Aqua Fresca 
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A reader describes this as “watermelon-scented water.” The flavor doesn’t overpower, but refreshes, especially on hot days.

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  • * 8 cups water
  • * 1/2 cup sugar
  • * 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • * Garnish: watermelon wedges
Belongs to shawn Homemade Lemonade 
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  • * 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • * 1/2 cup boiling water
  • * 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind*
  • * 1 1/2 cups fresh lemon juice
  • * 5 cups cold water
  • * Garnish: lemon slices
Belongs to shawn Ginger Limeade 
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This sweet-tart beverage is refreshing on a hot day. Feel free to adjust the sugar to suit your taste. Tote the limeade in a thermos so it stays cold.

serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • * 1/2 cup sugar
  • * 3 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh ginger
  • * 3 tablespoons grated lime rind
  • * 10 mint leaves
Belongs to shawn Ginger Ale 
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serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • * 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh ginger
  • * 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • * 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice