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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 180 Minutes |
Ready In: 195 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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Inspired by the spices in Chai, I love this unique twist on basic spiced cider punch. It's so easy to make and everyone seems wonderfully surprised by the apricot and peach twist.—Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho Ingredients:
3-1/2 cups apple cider or juice |
3 cups apricot nectar |
1 cup peach nectar or additional apricot nectar |
1/4 cup water |
3 tablespoons lemon juice |
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom |
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches) |
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh gingerroot |
1 teaspoon grated orange peel |
8 whole cloves |
lemon or orange slices, optional |
Directions:
1. In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first seven ingredients. Place cinnamon sticks, ginger, orange peel and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. Place bag in slow cooker.
2. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until heated through. Remove and discard spice bag. Serve warm, with lemon slices, if desired. Yield: 10 servings (3/4 cup each).
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