Cider

Warm your guests'hearts and souls with this mulled holiday punch.

• 1/2 gallon(s) apple cider
• 1/3 cup(s) dark brown sugar
• 2 stick(s) cinnamon
• 5 whole allspice berries
• 1 (1/2 inch by 1/2 inch) chunk fresh ginger, peeled
• 3 whole cloves
• 8 slice(s) orange

In a 3-quart saucepan, combine cider, sugar, cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, ginger, and cloves. Heat to a simmer and allow to cook 20 minutes. Strain into a punch bowl and garnish with orange slices. Serve warm.