Recipes for Tea Bags

Ingredients

• 4 expired tea bags
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, steep the expired tea bags in 1 cup of hot water for 5 minutes. Discard the tea bags.
2. In a large ziplock bag, combine the tea-infused water, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
3. Add the chicken breasts to the bag and seal it, ensuring the marinade coats the chicken evenly.
4. Place the bag in the refrigerator and let the chicken marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
5. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
6. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
7. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
8. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
9. Serve with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 4 expired tea bags
• 4 cups water
• 1/4 cup honey or sugar, optional
• Ice cubes
• Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil.
2. Remove from heat and add the expired tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes.
3. Remove the tea bags and stir in honey or sugar, if desired.
4. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
5. To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over the ice.
6. Garnish with lemon slices and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 2 cups basmati rice
• 4 slightly expired tea bags
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent.
3. Add the basmati rice and sauté for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Add the vegetable broth, slightly expired tea bags, turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper.
5. Stir well to combine, then bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
7. Remove the tea bags and fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup almond butter
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 4 slightly expired tea bags

Instructions

1. 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond butter, honey, shredded coconut, and chia seeds.
2. 2. Cut open the slightly expired tea bags and add the loose tea leaves to the mixing bowl.
3. 3. Mix all the ingredients until well combined.
4. 4. Shape the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. 5. Refrigerate the energy balls for at least 30 minutes to set.
6. 6. Enjoy as a healthy snack!