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English Tea

Cultural Context

Originating in Britain, English tea is a cherished tradition, often enjoyed in the afternoon with light refreshments. This ritual emphasizes social interaction and relaxation, typically featuring a selection of sandwiches, scones, and pastries. Today, it is celebrated worldwide, with variations adapting to local tastes and customs.

BritishGBdrink
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups water
2 tea bags
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup milk

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

clotted cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped cream

Greek yogurt provides a lighter option while maintaining creaminess.

scones

🥗Healthier: whole grain scones

💰Cheaper: biscuits

Whole grain scones offer more fiber, while biscuits are often less expensive.

black tea

🥗Healthier: green tea

💰Cheaper: herbal tea

Green tea has health benefits, while herbal tea can be more affordable.

sandwiches

🥗Healthier: open-faced sandwiches

💰Cheaper: toast

Open-faced sandwiches are lighter, and toast is a budget-friendly alternative.

1

Put the kettle on.

2

Put the tea bags in your cup.

3

Pour the water in the cup.

4

Add milk to the cup.

5

Give it a good tea bagging.

6

Strain the tea bags using your hands to get every last drop.

7

Add sugar, starting with one sugar, then two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten sugars.

8

Give it one final stir.

Cooking Techniques

brewingsteeping

Equipment Needed

kettleteapotcups

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Afternoon TeaCream Tea

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