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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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The bright cherry flavor of kirsch gives this spiced holiday favorite a fruity kick. Ingredients:
8 whole cloves |
4 whole black peppercorns |
4 (3- by 1/2-inch) strips fresh lemon zest |
4 (4- by 1/2-inch) strips fresh orange zest |
4 cups dry red wine (from two 750-ml bottles) |
1/2 cup kirsch or other cherry-flavored brandy |
1 1/2 cups water |
3/4 cup sugar |
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick |
1 vanilla bean, halved lengthwise |
garnish: cinnamon sticks |
Directions:
1. Put cloves, peppercorns, and zest on cheesecloth, then tie closed to form a bag.
2. Combine wine, kirsch, water, sugar, cinnamon stick, vanilla bean, and cheesecloth bag in a 4-quart saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring.
3. Simmer 10 minutes. Serve warm.
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