Wassail

Provided By Donna Patrick

This non-alcoholic beverage is as long on tradition as it is on flavor. It will warm ya' on a cold day and is a great treat for the kids. Wassail with its European origins not only warms the heart, but it also adds a festive spice aroma to your kitchen!

Ingredients:

6 Inches stick cinnamon, broken into pieces

12 Whole cloves (about 1/2 teaspoon)

4 Cups apple cider

4 Cups cranberry juice

2 Cups Pineapple Juice

2 Cups Orange Juice

3/4 Cup lemon juice

1 Cup sugar

Orange and lemon slices for garnish

Directions

In a 5-quart Dutch oven combine apple cider, cranberry juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, lemon juice and sugar. Add Cinnamon Sticks and Cloves to the juice mixture.

Bring juice mixture to boiling, stirring with a wooden spoon to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat, cover and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes.

To serve, strain spices and ladle hot into cups. To garnish, float an orange and lemon slice atop each serving.

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