Sweet Tea Cookies

INGREDIENTS

• 1 black tea bag
• 6 fresh mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves
• 1 black tea bag for iced tea (like orange pekoe)
• 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 3/4 cups water
• 1 cup butter
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt