4 ...............cups unsweetened apple juice
1 ...............can (12 ounces) orange concentrate , thawed
1/2 ............cup water
1 ...............tablespoon red-hot candies
1/2 ............teaspoon nutmeg
1 ...............teaspoon whole cloves
Fresh orange slices and cinnomon sticks *optional*
1) In a 3-quart slow cooker , combine the first 5 ingredients . Place cloves in a double thickness of cheesecloth ; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag . Add bag to slow cooker .
2) Cover and cook on low for 2 hours or until heated . Before serving , discard spice bag and stir cider . Garnish with orange slices and cinnomon sticks if desired .
Everytime you serve this wonderful hot beverage , someone will ask for the recipe . Orange juice adds a bit of sweetness . Red-hots candies are a substitute for traditional cinnmon sticks .
Heart healthy
