Hot Apple Punch
Ingredients
- 2 cinnamon sticks (about 3 inches each), broken
- 10 whole cloves
- 6 whole allspice or 2 whole nutmeg
- 2 qts. apple juice
Directions
Place the cinnamon sticks, cloves and allspice on a double thickness cheesecloth; bring up corners and tie with string to form a bag. Place in a large saucepan with apple juice (or place loose spices in pan and strain before serving). Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove spice bag. Serve punch in hot mugs. Garnish with cinnamon sticks if desired.
Yield: 2 quartsÂ
