Hot Fruit Toddy

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 qt. apple cider
• 1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
• 3 sticks cinnamon or red hots
• 1/2 tsp. whole cloves
• 3 c. orange juice
• 2 c. water
• 1/2 c. lemon juice
• lemon slices (optional)

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, mix the cider and sugar. Add cinnamon and cloves tied together in cheesecloth.
2. Bring to a boil.
3. Simmer 5 minutes.
4. Remove cinnamon and cloves. Add juices and water.
5. Heat until piping hot.
6. Serve in mugs with lemon slices, if desired.