SPICED HOT APPLE CIDER

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During cool-weather season, my husband and I take this soul-warming drink outside by the fire pit. Our house smells amazing while the cider is simmering! -Lisa Bynum, Brandon, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h10m

Yield 10 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1 piece fresh gingerroot (about 1 inch), thinly sliced
1 teaspoon whole allspice
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon cardamom pods, crushed
2 quarts apple cider or juice
Rum, optional

Steps:

  • Place first five ingredients on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spice mixture; tie securely with string., Place cider and spice bag in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, to allow flavors to blend, 2-3 hours. Discard spice bag. If desired, stir in rum.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

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