Nothing says winter like hot-spiced cider.

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I couldn’t track down the whole spices I wanted, but never fear, I cheated. And it worked Smile

 

1, Cut square of cheesecloth.

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2. Add spices: cinnamon, cloves, allspice, nutmeg.

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3. Tie into a bundle.

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4. Put the spice sachet in a pot of apple cider.

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5. Add some orange peel.

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6. Simmer and bubble away while you finally go hang Christmas lights outside.

7. Find super cute winter-themed mugs.

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8. Enjoy. Smile

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Practice run for tonight’s party! Don’t want to poison anyone. Although this version’s missing a key party ingredient. Bourbon. Winking smile

 

Time to get cooking – there’s dips to be made, brownies to baked, and popcorn to be popped!

 

What’s your favorite party dish?