Simmer apple cider and apricot nectar with
brown sugar and spices for a delicious golden glow.
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Golden Cider
- 6 cups apple cider
2 (12.1/2-ounce) cans apricot nectar
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
100-percent-cotton cheesecloth
Scissors
String
6-inch-long cinnamon sticks
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
Caramel-flavored candy stick, optional
- In a large saucepan combine
apple cider, apricot nectar, and brown sugar. Cut a double thickness
of 100-percent-cotton cheesecloth into an 8-inch square. Combine
cinnamon and cloves on center of cheesecloth. Bring up corners
of cheesecloth and tie with cotton string. Add to saucepan. Bring
mixture to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Remove and discard spices.
Serve warm. Garnish with caramel-flavored candy stick, if desired.
Makes 12 (6-ounce) servings.
Nutrition facts per serving:
calories: 97, total fat: 0g, saturated fat: 0g, cholesterol:
0mg, sodium: 6mg, carbohydrate: 24g, fiber: 0g, protein: 0g,
vitamin A: 16%, vitamin C: 2%, calcium: 1%, iron: 4%
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