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About the Recipe
Every time I serve this wonderful hot beverage, someone asks for the recipe. Orange juice adds a bit of sweetness and Red Hots are a fun substitute for traditional cinnamon sticks.
Ingredients
4 cups unsweetened apple juice
1 can (12 ounces) orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon Red Hots
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon whole cloves
Orange slices, apple slices and cinnamon sticks, optional
Preparation
In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first five ingredients. Place cloves in a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen spring to form a bag. Add bag to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through. Before serving, discard the spice bag and stir cider. If desired, serve with orange slices, apple slices and cinnamon sticks.