A marvelous mulled cider like this one is the perfect finishing touch on a holiday meal. Bright citrus with warming spices and an optional pour of rum makes a wintertime punch to help you (was)sail away from the chilly weather.
2 quarts apple cider
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 cinnamon sticks
24 whole cloves
4 cups frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 cups pineapple juice
additional whole cloves (optional)
9 thick orange slices, cut in half (optional)
Combine the apple cider, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, and cloves in a large saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil then reduce the temperature to low. Let simmer for 5 minutes. Add the orange juice and pineapple juice. Heat through.
Press cloves into the rinds of the orange slices. Place the slices in individual mugs or heatproof glasses. Strain the wassail into the glasses.
Or, place the orange slices in a crock pot and strain the wassail into the crock pot to keep it warm.
Pumpkins aren't just for pies or Halloween decorations. These large, orange gourds - while naturally sweet - also work well in savory dishes. They pair well with poultry and pork (and especially bacon) and their creamy-when-cooked texture blends easily into soups.
Not to be confused with evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk is very sweet (and very sticky) and used primarily in desserts.
Ah, the unassuming envelope of onion soup mix. It's more than just for onion soup (or dip). It adds tremendous flavor (and convenience) in all these recipes.
reviews & comments
November 22, 2006
I made this for our Halloween party and the whole crock pot was full. In an hour, it was gone. My friends have asked me to make it again for Thanksgiving. I gave the recipe to a friend who was hosting a card game at her house and her guests loved it as well. It is so tasty and makes your house smell incredible!