Hot Spiced Cider

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, a mug of something hot becomes a necessity. This spiced cider is the essence of the season, simmering on the stove and filling the kitchen with the aroma of cinnamon and cloves. It is a simple pleasure that warms you from the inside out, perfect for sipping while wrapped in a blanket or sharing with friends around a fire.

Yields: 4 cups | Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Temperature: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 1 quart apple cider
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 (4-inch) sticks cinnamon
• 6 whole cloves
• Cinnamon sticks (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Combine: In a 2-quart saucepan, combine the apple cider, orange juice, 2 cinnamon sticks, and whole cloves.
2. Simmer: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the mixture is thoroughly heated, allowing the spices to infuse the cider.
3. Serve: Ladle the hot cider into mugs. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cinnamon sticks if desired.

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