Sidra de maçã com especiarias (com ou sem vinho)

Ingredientes

• 2 quarts/liters apple cider
• 3 cinnamon sticks
• 5 whole cloves
• 1/4 whole nutmeg (, finely grated)
• 3 star anise
• 1 vanilla pod split lengthwise or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 orange (, thinly sliced)
• 1 apple (, cut into small cubes or thinly sliced, for garnish (optional))

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   In a large saucepan place apple cider, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, star anise, vanilla, and orange slices and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Ladle into cups, add apples for garnish, and serve hot.