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MULLED WINE

Little did I know that mulled wine would actually be so quick and easy to make at home too. Turns out that it literally could not be easier. Simply bring a bottle of wine with an orange and some spices to a boil, then let it simmer for at least 15 minutes, and that’s ample time to create a delicious serving of mulled wine. You can, of course, let it simmer for much longer — which has the added benefit of making your home smell even more amazing. Or you can also let it mull in the slow cooker.

 

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Yield: About 4 glasses of mulled wine (or 3.5 cups)

 

 

Ingredients

• 1 (750 ml) bottle red wine
• 1 orange, sliced
• 1/4 cup brandy (optional)
• 1/4 cup honey or sugar
• 8 whole cloves
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 2 star anise

 

 

 

 

Method

Combine all ingredients in a non-aluminum saucepan, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and let simmer for at least 15 minutes. Strain, and serve warm.

*You can also place the oranges, cloves, cinnamon, and star anise in a cheesecloth. Then simply strain and pull out the bundle when ready.