3 tsp grated orange peel
3 cinnamon sticks, crushed
3 tsp whole cloves
1 whole nutmeg, crushed
3 cup apple juice
6 cinnamon sticks
Directions
Combine orange peel, 3 crushed cinnamon sticks, cloves and nutmeg in a
small bowl. Tie dry ingredients in a double thickness of cheesecloth
to make a sachet, or secure in a large tea-straining ball. In a
medium pan, simmer apple juice with spices for at least 20 minutes.
Ladle into mugs and garnish each with a cinnamon stick. Source: Quick
& Easy Cooking ch. Serves 6.
Servings: 6 servings
Apple Spice Drink Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Apple; Beverages; Fruit
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