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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 5 Minutes Servings: 13 |
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This is a classic warmer-upper that you can serve on chilly winter days. Pass the brandy separately for those who want it. Ingredients:
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches) |
3 whole cloves |
2 whole allspice |
1 bay leaf |
3 quarts apple cider or apple juice |
1/4 cup orange juice |
1/4 cup lemon juice |
1 tablespoon grated orange peel |
2 tablespoons brown sugar |
dash salt |
1 to 1-1/2 cups brandy, optional |
Directions:
1. Place the cinnamon stick, cloves, allspice and bay leaf on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag.
2. In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider, juices, orange peel, brown sugar, salt and spice bag. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer mixture for 30 minutes to blend flavors. Discard spice bag. Strain cider mixture and stir in brandy if desired. Serve immediately. Yield: 13 servings (about 3 quarts).
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