MINTY TEA PUNCH

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Forget sugary (and boring) sodas for your next potluck and treat your family and friends to a refreshing homemade punch. -Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 cups water, divided
12 mint sprigs
4 tea bags
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
Ice cubes
Orange and lemon slices, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil. Remove from heat; add mint and tea bags. Steep, covered, 3-5 minutes according to taste. Discard mint and tea bags., Stir in orange and lemon juices, sugar and remaining water. Transfer to a pitcher; refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice; add orange and lemon slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges