Mulled Apple Cider
"There’s nothing more delicious than a holiday.
Oh, is it ever true. Whether it’s the anticipation of Christmastime or the ghoulish glee of Halloween, if I see a holiday on the horizon, I simply can’t contain my excitement. There’s just something about the traditions, the family togetherness, the resurfacing of childhood memories . . . the making of new ones. Holidays are wonderful, special, and fun . . . and they always make me happy.
And one more thing: They make me want to cook!" –Ree
- Time: 1 - 1 & 1/2 Hour
- Tools: Large Pot
Spoon - servings: 8
- 1 gallon apple cider
- 3 Granny Smith apples
- 1 orange
- 1 tablespoon allspice berries
- 5-7 cinnamon sticks
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup apple brandy or regular brandy (optional)
- step 1 Pour the apple cider into a large pot over medium-high heat.
- step 2 Dice up the apples and toss them into the cider.
- step 3 Peel the rind off the orange in large pieces and toss them in.
- step 4 Add the allspice berries, the cinnamon sticks, and the cranberries.
- step 5 Add the sugar and stir it around to dissolve.
- step 6 Bring the mixture to a low boil.
- step 7 Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- step 8 (optional)
Add the brandy, if using. - step 9 Simmer for another 10-15 minutes. Serve warm!