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Basil-Strawberry Iced Tea

From Farm Where Life is Good

<p>Now that the basil is coming in, we will soon have a <span class="caps">LOT</span> of basil. Caprese salad is delicious, but how much of it can you eat? Try something different with this flavor!</p>
Source: Martha Stewart (Entered by Kathy Rausch)
Serves: 1 pitcher
Vegan!

Ingredients
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 cup fresh basil
1 pound sliced strawberries
4 cups iced tea

Step by Step Instructions
  1. Combine sugar and water and bring to a boil. Add the basil and steep for 10 minutes.
  2. Strain out basil and pour syrup over sliced strawberries. Let sit for 25 minutes.
  3. Stir into 4 cups iced tea and chill.