HOT APPLE PUNCH

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With its soothing cinnamon seasoning, this fresh and flavorful apple punch is a must for Christmastime.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cinnamon sticks (about 3 inches each), broken
10 whole cloves
6 whole allspice or 2 whole nutmeg
2 quarts apple juice
Additional cinnamon sticks, optional

Steps:

Place the cinnamon sticks, cloves and allspice on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up the corners and tie with string to form a bag. Place in a large saucepan with apple juice (or place loose spices in pan and strain before serving). Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove spice bag. Serve punch hot in mugs. Garnish with cinnamon sticks if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.