Spiced Cider

Spiced Cider
A great way to celebrate the holidays.

Servings: 12

• 4 cinnamon sticks
• 16 whole allspice berries
• 4 whole cloves
• 4 cardamom pods, slightly crushed and bruised
• 1 vanilla bean, split
• 6 cups apple cider
• 4 cups cranberry juice
• 4 cups water

Combine cider, cranberry juice, water, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, cardamom pods & vanilla bean into slow cooker. Cook on low heat for 2-4 hours. Garnish with orange slices, if desired.

Per Serving: 146 Calories; 1g Fat (8.1% calories from fat); trace saturated fat; 1g Protein; 37g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 18mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1 1/2 Fruit; 0 Fat.