Name: Hot Spiced Cider Tea
Prep time: PT-498285H17M34S
Cook time: PT-498285H17M34S
Total time: PT-498285H17M34S
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 (4-inch) cinnamon sticks; 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 2 to 3 whole cloves; 3 to 5 whole cardamom pods; 5 coin-size pieces fresh ginger; 2 (1-inch) strips fresh orange peel; 2 (1-inch) strips fresh lemon peel; 5 cups cold water; 4 bags orange-pekoe tea; 3 cups apple cider; 1 orange, juiced

Ingredients

2 (4-inch) cinnamon sticks
1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
2 to 3 whole cloves
3 to 5 whole cardamom pods
5 coin-size pieces fresh ginger
2 (1-inch) strips fresh orange peel
2 (1-inch) strips fresh lemon peel
5 cups cold water
4 bags orange-pekoe tea
3 cups apple cider
1 orange, juiced

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Instructions

Lightly crush the cinnamon, peppercorns, cloves, and cardamom pods in a mortar and pestle or on a cutting board with the bottom of a saucepan.
Transfer to a medium saucepan, add the ginger, citrus peels. Put the crushed spices in a medium saucepan and add the water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, partially covered, until aromatic, and the cinnamon stick opens a bit, about 10 minutes. Add the tea bags, immediately remove from the heat, and steep for 3 to 4 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and strain out the solids.
Add the cider and juice of 1 orange. Return the pan to a medium heat and warm, taking care not to let the tea boil. Serve hot.

Author: Food Network
Prep Time: :05
Cook Time: :15
Category: Beverage
Method: Stove Top
Diet: Diabetic