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English Breakfast Tea with Milk & Biscuits

Proper English breakfast tea steeped strong, lightened with cold milk, and served with buttery biscuits and a handful of toasted nuts. A classic afternoon ritual ready in under 5 minutes.

Total time
5 min
Servings
2
Calories
110
Protein
2g
English Breakfast Tea with Milk & Biscuits
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pour boiling water into a teapot or cup and steep both tea bags for 3–4 minutes until dark golden.

  2. Step 2

    Remove tea bags and stir in sugar until dissolved.

  3. Step 3

    Pour brewed tea into two cups, filling each about three-quarters full.

  4. Step 4

    Top each cup with 2 oz cold milk, stirring gently to blend.

  5. Step 5

    Serve immediately with biscuits and a small handful of nuts on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • teapot or mug
  • kettle
  • spoon for stirring
  • two teacups and saucers

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