About
The great debate: what's better about fall — pumpkin everything or apple cider everything? There are merits to both arguments, but the crisp, vibrant, woodsy spices and tart sweetness of apple cider certainly offer a classic autumnal taste. However, Homemade Apple Cider might just close the book on this dilemma: it's warm, delightfully spiced, and fantastically fruity! It's perfect for enjoying around the fire or while bundled up on the couch. You'll fall head over heels for it!
Ingredients
- 10 large apples, quartered
- 1 orange, halved
- 4 cinnamon sticks, plus more, to taste, for garnish
- 1 teaspoon cloves
- 1 teaspoon whole allspice
- 1 whole nutmeg
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- water, to taste
Directions
Step 1 -In a large stockpot over medium heat, add the apples, the orange halves, 4 of the cinnamon sticks, the cloves, the allspice, the nutmeg, and the brown sugar.
Step 2 -Cover with the water by at least 2 inches. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat.
Step 3 -Simmer, covered, for 2 hours.
Step 4 -Remove the orange halves, then use a potato masher or wooden spoon to mash the apples.
Step 5 -Return the mixture to a simmer and let it simmer uncovered for 1 hour more.
Step 6 -Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh strainer, pressing on solids with a wooden spoon to squeeze all juices out. Discard the solids.
Step 7 -Serve warm with the extra cinnamon sticks.
