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Warm Chocolate Eggnog

2009-01-03T06:56:00.000-08:00

Warm Chocolate Eggnog

Serve up eggnog from Diane Hixon of Niceville, Florida for a rich, smooth sipper and enjoy a holiday treat that's sure to please chocoholics as well as children of all ages.

SERVINGS: 4
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Ingredients:

* 1 quart eggnog
* 1/2 cup chocolate syrup
* 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
* Whipped cream and additional ground nutmeg

Directions:
In a large saucepan, combine the eggnog, chocolate syrup and nutmeg; heat through over low heat, about 15 minutes (do not boil). Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour into mugs. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle of nutmeg. Yield: 4 servings.

Sugar-Free Holiday Nog

2009-01-03T06:54:00.000-08:00

Sugar-Free Holiday Nog

"I developed this delicious recipe for my diabetic mother," explains Nancy Schickling of Bedford, Virginia.

SERVINGS: 8
TIME: Prep: 10 min. + chilling

Ingredients:

* 1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
* 7 cups fat-free milk, divided
* 1 to 2 teaspoons vanilla extract or rum extract
* 2 to 4 packets sugar substitute
* 1 cup fat-free evaporated milk

Directions:
Combine pudding mix, 2 cups of milk, vanilla and sugar substitute in a bowl; mix according to pudding directions. Pour into a half-gallon container with a tight-fitting lid. Add 3 cups of milk; shake well. Add evaporated milk and shake. Add remaining milk; shake well. Chill. Yield: 8 servings.

Old-Fashioned Eggnog

2009-01-03T06:52:00.000-08:00

Old-Fashioned Eggnog

SERVINGS: 18
TIME: Prep: 40 min. + chilling

Ingredients:

* 12 eggs
* 1-1/2 cups sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 2 quarts milk, divided
* 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
* 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 2 cups whipping cream
* Whipped cream and additional nutmeg, optional

Directions:
In a heavy saucepan, whisk together the eggs, sugar and salt. Gradually add 1-qt. of milk. Cook and stir over low heat until a thermometer reads 160°, about 25 minutes. Pour into a large bowl; stir in vanilla, nutmeg and remaining milk. Place bowl in an ice-water bath; stir frequently until cool. If mixture separates, process in a blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

When ready to serve, beat cream in a mixing bowl on high until soft peaks form; whisk gently into cooled mixture. Pour into a chilled 5-qt. punch bowl. If desired, top with dollops of whipped cream and sprinkle with nutmeg. Yield: 18 servings (about 3 quarts).

Mock Eggnog

2009-01-03T06:50:00.000-08:00

Mock Eggnog

I found a mock eggnog recipe in a newspaper, made a few changes and this is the result. Our family loves it during the holidays.

SERVINGS: 10
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Ingredients:

* 2 quarts cold milk
* 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant French vanilla or vanilla pudding mix
* 1/4 cup sugar
* 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1/8 teaspoon salt, optional
* 1 cup heavy whipping cream
* Additional nutmeg, optional

Directions:
In a large bowl, beat milk and pudding mix on low speed for 2 minutes. Beat in the sugar, nutmeg, vanilla and salt if desired. In another bowl, beat cream until thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir into pudding mixture. Refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with additional nutmeg if desired. Yield: about 2-1/2 quarts.

Mocha Eggnog

2009-01-03T06:48:00.000-08:00

Mocha Eggnog

This chocolaty twist on traditional eggnog will spread good cheer at your Christmas or New Year's celebration. My family makes a batch each year to sip while opening presents.

SERVINGS: 10
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Ingredients:

* 5 cups chocolate milk
* 4 cups eggnog
* 1 cup heavy whipping cream, divided
* 2 tablespoon instant coffee granules
* 2-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
* 1 teaspoon rum extract

Directions:
In a large saucepan, combine the milk, eggnog, 1/2 cup cream and coffee granules; heat through. Remove from the heat; stir in extracts. In a small mixing bowl, beat remaining cream until stiff peaks form. Dollop over eggnog. Yield: 2-1/2 quarts.

Makeover Eggnog

2009-01-03T06:46:00.000-08:00

Makeover Eggnog

If traditional eggnog is too rich for your tastes, give our lighter version a try. It boasts one-third fewer calories, only a quarter of the fat and less than half the cholesterol, but is still a satisfying frothy blend that's sure to please.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen

SERVINGS: 18
TIME: Prep: 10 min. Cook: 25 min. + chilling

Ingredients:

* 1-3/4 cups sugar
* 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 2 quarts 2% milk
* 6 eggs, lightly beaten
* 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
* 2 teaspoons rum extract
* 4 cups fat-free half-and-half
* 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions:
In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, flour and salt. Gradually whisk in milk and eggs until smooth. Cook and stir over low heat until a thermometer reads 160°, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in extracts. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, about 2 hours.

Just before serving, strain eggnog mixture; stir in the cream and nutmeg. Pour into glasses. Yield: 18 servings (about 3 quarts).

Low-Fat Eggnog

2009-01-03T06:44:00.000-08:00

Low-Fat Eggnog

"Everyone can enjoy a traditional taste of the season with this smooth, creamy eggnog," relates field editor Paula Zsiray of Logan, Utah. "Our kids love it."

SERVINGS: 12
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Ingredients:

* 11 cups cold fat-free milk
* 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
* 2 packages (1-1/2 ounces each) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
* Artificial sweetener equivalent to 1/3 cup sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions:
In a large bowl, combine the milk and vanilla. In another bowl, combine dry pudding mix, sweetener and nutmeg. Whisk into milk mixture until smooth. Refrigerate until serving. Yield: 12 servings.

Homemade Eggnog

2009-01-03T06:41:00.000-08:00

Homemade Eggnog

Says Pat Waymire of Yellow Springs, Ohio, "This holiday treat is well worth the time it takes to make it."

SERVINGS: 14
TIME: Prep: 50 min. + chilling

Ingredients:

* 12 eggs
* 1-1/2 cups sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 2 quarts milk, divided
* 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
* 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 2 cups heavy whipping cream
* Additional nutmeg, optional

Directions:
In a heavy 4-qt. saucepan, whisk together eggs, sugar and salt. Gradually add 1 qt. of milk. Cook and stir over low heat until a thermometer reads 160°-170°, about 30-35 minutes. Pour into a large heat proof bowl; stir in vanilla, nutmeg and remaining milk. Place bowl in an ice-water bath, stirring frequently until mixture is cool. If mixture separates, process in a blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. When ready to serve, beat cream in a mixing bowl on high until soft peaks form; whisk gently into cooled milk mixture. Pour into a chilled 5-qt. punch bowl. Sprinkle with nutmeg if desired. Yield: 3-1/2 quarts.

Editor's Note: Eggnog may be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for several days. Whisk before serving.

Homemade Eggnog 2

2009-01-03T06:38:00.000-08:00

Homemade Eggnog

"For variations of this favorite holiday beverage, I sometimes stir in vanilla or 1-1/2 cups of strong coffee. Whipped cream is a pretty garnish, so are chocolate curls or cinnamon sticks."

SERVINGS: 10
TIME: Prep: 10 min. Cook: 25 min. + chilling

Ingredients:

* 8 eggs
* 1 cup sugar
* 3 cups milk, divided
* 3 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
* 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions:
In a large heavy saucepan, combine the eggs, sugar, 1 cup milk and 1 cup cream. Cook and stir over medium heat for about 25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160° or is thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon.

Pour into a large bowl; stir in nutmeg and the remaining milk and cream. Place bowl in an ice-water bath; stir frequently until mixture is cool. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Yield: 2 quarts.

Effortless Eggnog

2009-01-03T06:36:00.000-08:00

Effortless Eggnog

Effortless Eggnog offers delicious traditional flavor without any eggs! There’s no food safely worry about raw eggs, and anyone with egg allergies can enjoy this mixture. You can use sugarless pudding mix and low fat milk in the recipe if you wish. It’s also good “spiked,” if you are so inclined.

SERVINGS: 16
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 5 min.

Ingredients:

* 1/2 gallon cold milk, divided
* 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant French vanilla pudding mix
* 1/4 cup sugar
* 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
* 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions:
In a large bowl, whisk 3/4 cup milk and pudding mix until smooth. Whisk in the sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg. Stir in the remaining milk. Refrigerate until serving. Yield: 16 servings (2 quarts).

Chilled Mocha Eggnog

2009-01-03T06:33:00.000-08:00

Chilled Mocha Eggnog

Eggnog gets a delightful twist with a hint of mocha flavor in this recipe suggested by Debbi Smith of Crossett, Arkansas. "Instant coffee and a sweetened cream topping make this beverage one of the season's super sippers," she says.

SERVINGS: 4
TIME: Prep: 10 min. + chilling

Ingredients:

* 1-1/2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
* 1 tablespoon hot water
* 4 cups eggnog*
* 2 tablespoons brown sugar
* 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1/2 cup whipping cream
* 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:
In a bowl, dissolve coffee in water. Add eggnog, brown sugar and cinnamon; whisk until sugar is dissolved. Chill. In a mixing bowl, beat cream, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Pour eggnog mixture into glasses; top with whipped cream. Yield: 4 cups.

Cheery Cranberry Nog

2009-01-03T06:29:00.000-08:00

Cheery Cranberry Nog

Tangy cranberry flavors this frothy foamy beverage that's as refreshing as a yogurt smoothie. It always brings a blush of Christmas to my holiday spreads...and lots of complements from guests of all ages.

SERVINGS: 12
TIME: Prep: 10 min. Cook: 15 min. + chilling

Ingredients:

* 2 cups half-and-half cream
* 6 eggs
* 1 cup sugar
* 3 cups heavy whipping cream
* 2 cans (11-1/2 ounces each) cranberry juice concentrate, undiluted
* 2 cups water

Directions:
In a Dutch oven, combine the half-and-half, eggs and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture reaches 160° or is thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Yield: 3 quarts.

7 Alcohol Free Cocktails Mix Part 2

2008-12-24T08:12:00.000-08:00

SPARKLER

1 Part Orange Juice
1 Part Pineapple Juice.
1 Part Grapefruit Juice
1 Part Soda Water
Squirt of 1 fresh Lemon

Mix fruit juices together in a jug and chill until required. Add soda water just prior to serving. Serve in Tall Glasses with Orange and Lemon slices and a sprig of mint.

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APPLE GINGER

3 Parts Apple Juice
2 Parts Bitter Lemon
1 Part Ginger Ale

Mix all ingredients in a mixing glass. Pour over ice in a tall glass. Garnish with a slice of red skinned apple and a slice of lemon. Serve with two straws.

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LOW CALORIE QUENCHER

1 BOTTLE SPARKLING APPLE JUICE
1 BOTTLE MINERAL WATER
SLICES OF LEMON
ICE

CHILL THE SPARKLING APPLE JUICE AND MINERAL WATER. WHEN READY TO SERVE MIX EQUAL AMOUNTS IN A TUMBLER GLASS, ADD ICE AND TOP WITH A TWIST OF LEMON.

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BANANA BONANZA

3/4 Pint Ice Cold Milk
1 Banana
1 Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream
! tsp Sugar (if required)

Blend all the ingredients. Serve in a tall glass with a fat striped straw.

Variation: Turn into a banana eggflip by substituting egg for icecream. Halve the amount of milk and ice cubes.

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EARLY RISER

1 Part Prune Juice
1 Part Apple Juice
1 Part Natural Yoghurt

Thoroughly chill all ingredients and blend with ice. Pour into tall glasses.

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ST. CLEMENTS

1 Part Orange Juice
1 Part Bitter Lemon
Orange and Lemon
slices

Half fill a glass with chilled orange and top up with slices of orange and lemon.

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MOCK MARTINI

To make short dry drink, very like the real thing

5 Parts tonic water
1 Part lime juice cordial
Lemon slices
Olive

Pour tonic and lime over ice. Garnish with a slice of lemon and an olive. Wait a little before drinking to allow the flavour of the garnish to have its effect.

7 Alcohol Free Cocktails Mix Part 1

2008-12-24T08:05:00.000-08:00

SUNDANCE

1 Part Grape Juice
1 Part Ginger Ale
Cherries

Mix well with ice in a cocktail shaker or screw top jar. Strain into a cocktail glass. Decorate with a cocktail stick and cherry.

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PUNCH

1 Part red Grape Juice
2 Parts Ginger Ale
2 Parts sparkling White Schloer
Slices of fruit

Put all drinks into a punch bowl. Garnish with slices of fruit.

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STRAWBERRY FROST

10oz can of strawberries in juice
4 fl. oz. lime juice
½ pint lemonade

Blend until lovely and frothy. Pour into a jug and pop in a few ice cubes.

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TASTE OF PASSION

¾ pint pineapple juice
½ pint orange juice
½ pint sparkling spring water
2 passion fruit

chill fruit juices and spring water. Halve passion fruit. Scoop seeds into jug. Add Juices and water. Mix well and then serve
in tall glasses with ice.

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APPLE ICE

1 Part Vanilla Ice Cream
2 Parts Apple Juice
Freshly Ground Nutmeg
Whipped Cream for Topping

Put Ice-cream into a blender and blend a little. Add Apple Juice anda generous sprinkling of ground nutmeg. Blend until frothy. Top with Whipped Cream sprinkled with a little nutmeg.

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SPOTLIGHT

2 Parts Apple Juice
1 Part Ginger Ale
Dash of Lemon Juice
Dash of Lime Juice cordial

Half fill a cocktail Glass with apple juice, add a dash of lemon and lime Top up with ginger ale. Chill Well

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ROCK LIME

1 Part Lime Juice
9 Parts Bitter Lemon

Fill a glass with crushed ice Add a few dashes of lime. Fill up the glass with the bitter lemon. Decorate with lemon/lime slices.

10 Most wanted non alcoholic cocktails

2008-12-24T07:46:00.000-08:00

If you don't want to drink on a night out, you fancy a change from alcoholic cocktails, or simply fancy a decadent drink at a summer garden party, these non alcoholic cocktails recipes are a fantastic alternative. Non alcoholic cocktails are just as beautifully made and equally delicious without the possibility of a hangover the next day, some may say the best of both worlds.

• Virgin Mary
Half fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add 300ml of tomato juice, between 2-10 dashes of Tabasco sauce, depending on your hot pepper tolerance), 2-3 dashes of Worcestershire sauce, a teaspoon of horseradish sauce, the juice of quarter of a lemon, and a quick grind of salt and pepper . Shake and strain into an ice-filled highball. Garnish with a small stick of celery.

• Shirley Temple
The classic virgin cocktail. Add a couple of dashes of grenadine to an ice-filled highball glass, and top up with ginger ale . Squeeze a couple of lemon wedges over the top and drop in the drink. Stir and serve.

• Gentle Sea Breeze
Shake a mixture of equal measures of cranberry juice and pineapple juice, and strain into a glass filled with crushed ice . Garnish with a sprig of mint.

• Honeymoon Cocktail
Take a cocktail shaker half filled with ice, add 100ml each of apple juice and orange juice , the juice of half a lime and 2 teaspoons of honey. Shake and strain into a pair of champagne flutes. Garnish with a twist of orange peel and a cherry each.

• Safe Sex on the Beach
Add 1 large (50ml) shot of peach juice, 3 large shots of pineapple juice, 3 large shots of orange juice, and the juice of half a lime to a cocktail shaker half filled with ice. Stir and strain into an ice-filled highball glass. Garnish with a lime wedge, strawberry and orange twist.

• Liver Recovery
Use a juicer to juice 2 apples, 6 strawberries and a banana, then blend the juice with a handful of ice cubes and pour into a large rocks glass.

• Pussyfoot
Fill a cocktail shaker with two thirds of ice, add 2 large (50ml) shots of orange juice, the juice of half a lime, a squeeze of lemon and an egg yolk. Shake very well and strain into a wine glass filled with crushed ice.

• Brooke Shields
A modern version of the classic Shirley Temple. Into a cocktail shaker filled with two thirds of ice, add a large (50ml) shot of orange juice, a small (25ml) shot of lemon juice, a dash of lime juice, and shake and strain into an ice-filled highball glass. Add a dash of grenadine, top up with ginger ale, and garnish with a cherry.

• Egg Nog
The classic family friendly Christmas cocktail. This recipe serves six. Break 4 eggs into a large bowl and whisk until frothy. Add a healthy splash (or a large shot) of sugar syrup or 2 tablespoons of fine caster sugar. Then add a teaspoon of vanilla extract (preferably pure Madagascan vanilla extract), half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon and half a teaspoon of mixed spice. Whisk thoroughly, and then gradually add a pint and a half of milk, whisking at the same time. Serve in tumblers.

• Coco Colada
Place a couple of handfuls of ice, and 2 parts of pineapple juice to 1 part of coconut milk into a blender. Blend and pour into a chilled Martini glass.

From: viewlondon.co.uk

Grasshopper

2008-12-24T07:20:00.000-08:00

Grasshopper

Serving Size : 1
Preparation Time :0:05

Ingredients:
1/2 fluid ounce creme de menthe
1/2 fluid ounce white creme de cacao
2 fluid ounces heavy cream
cracked ice

Directions:
Fill a mixing glass with cracked ice. Add creme de menthe, creme de cacao, and cream. Shake and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with chocolate shavings.

Cocoa Mocha Mint

2008-12-24T06:29:00.000-08:00

Cocoa Mocha Mint

Serving Size : 1
Preparation Time :0:05

Ingredients:
1 fluid ounce white creme de cacao
1 fluid ounce Kahlua
1 fluid ounce white creme de menthe
1 fluid ounce sweet cream
cracked ice

Directions:
Fill a mixing glass with cracked ice. Add creme de cacao, Kahlua, creme de menthe, and cream. Shake and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Holiday Wassail

2008-12-21T15:14:00.000-08:00

Holiday Wassail

SERVINGS: 12-16
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Ingredients:

* 4 cups hot brewed tea
* 1 cup sugar
* 1 bottle (32 ounces) cranberry juice
* 1 bottle (32 ounces) apple juice
* 2 cups orange juice
* 3/4 cup lemon juice
* 2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches each)
* 24 whole cloves, divided
* 1 orange, sliced

Directions:
In a large kettle, combine tea and sugar. Add the juices, cinnamon sticks and 12 of the cloves. Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Serve warm or cool. Garnish punch bowl with orange slices studded with remaining cloves. Yield: 12-16 servings.

Holiday Eggnog

2008-12-21T15:06:00.000-08:00

Holiday Eggnog

This classic Christmas beverage is so smooth and creamy that you can count on friends and family coming back for seconds! Our gang loves it sprinkled with nutmeg.

SERVINGS: 18
TIME: Prep: 15 min. + chilling Cook: 25 min. + cooling

Ingredients:

* 12 eggs
* 1-1/2 cups sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 2 quarts milk, divided
* 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
* 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 2 cups whipping cream
* Additional whipped cream and nutmeg, optional

Directions:
In a heavy 4-qt. saucepan, whisk together eggs, sugar and salt. Gradually add 1 qt. of milk. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until a thermometer reads 160°, about 25 minutes. Pour into a large bowl; stir in vanilla, nutmeg and remaining milk. Place bowl in an ice-water bath; stir frequently until mixture is cool. If mixture separates, process in a blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. When ready to serve, beat cream in a mixing bowl on high until soft peaks form; whisk gently into cooled mixture. Pour into a chilled 5-qt. punch bowl. If desired, top with dollops of whipped cream and sprinkle with nutmeg. Yield: 18 servings (about 3/4 cup each).

Warm Christmas Punch

2008-12-21T14:49:00.000-08:00

Warm Christmas Punch

Red-hot candies add rich color and spiciness to this festive punch, and the cranberry juice gives it a little tang. Our children always request it for our December 25th brunch. -Julie Sterchi, Harrisburg, Illinois

SERVINGS: 8
METHOD: Slow Cooker
TIME: Prep: 5 min. Cook: 2 hours

Ingredients:

* 1 bottle (32 ounces) cranberry juice
* 1 can (32 ounces) pineapple juice
* 1/3 cup red-hot candies
* 1 cinnamon stick (3-1/2 inches)
* Additional cinnamon sticks, optional

Directions:
In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine juices, red-hots and cinnamon stick. Cook on low for 2-5 hours. Discard cinnamon stick before serving. Use additional cinnamon sticks as stirrers if desired. Yield: 2 quarts.

Christmas Wassail

2008-12-21T14:46:00.000-08:00

Christmas Wassail

"After everyone is served cups of steaming, spiced cider, we all give the wassail toast," Patricia Atkins, Palmer Lake, Colorado, says of the ancient beverage. "Be whole. Good health to you."

SERVINGS: 24
TIME: Prep: 40 min. Cook: 25 min.

Ingredients:

* 3 medium McIntosh or Rome apples
* 1/2 cup water
* 2 gallons apple cider or juice, divided
* 2 medium navel oranges, halved and sliced
* 2 medium lemons, halved and sliced
* 1-1/2 cups sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
* 1 cinnamon stick (3 inches), halved

Directions:
Core apples and cut in half. Place cut side down in an 8-in. square baking dish. Pour water around apples. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until tender.

Cool slightly; scoop out pulp and place in a blender. Discard apple peel. Add 1/2 cup cider to the blender; cover and process until smooth.

In a Dutch oven, combine the oranges, lemons, sugar, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, pulp mixture and remaining cider. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Discard orange and lemon slices and cinnamon stick if desired. Yield: about 2 gallons.

Chilled Christmas Punch

2008-12-21T14:40:00.000-08:00

Chilled Christmas Punch

A blend of juices gives this punch a little pizzazz. For a more tart flavor, substitute cranberry juice for the cran-apple juice. —Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana

SERVINGS: 15-20
TIME: Prep: 10 min. + chilling

Ingredients:

* 2 cups water
* 3/4 cup sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1 can (46 ounces) pineapple juice, chilled
* 4 cups cran-apple juice, chilled
* 1 liter ginger ale, chilled

Directions:
In a saucepan, bring the water, sugar and cinnamon to a boil; stir until sugar is dissolved. Chill. Just before serving, combine the syrup mixture, juices and ginger ale in a punch bowl or large pitcher. Serve over ice. Yield: 3-3/4 quarts (15-20 servings).

Christmas Glow Punch

2008-12-21T14:30:00.000-08:00

Christmas Glow Punch

With a pretty crimson color, this sweet tropical beverage is perfect for the holidays. Have the punch base chilling in the refrigerator, then add the ginger ale and sherbet just before serving.

SERVINGS: 14
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Ingredients:

* 4-1/2 cups tropical punch
* 1 cup cranberry juice
* 1 can (6 ounces) pineapple juice
* 1/3 cup lemon juice
* 2 to 3 cups chilled ginger ale
* 1 pint raspberry sherbet

Directions:
In a 2-qt. container, combine the punch and juices. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Just before serving, transfer to a small punch bowl. Stir in ginger ale; top with scoops of sherbet. Yield: About 2 quarts.

Christmas Spice Mix

2008-12-21T14:19:00.000-08:00

Christmas Spice Mix

Wonderfully versatile, this gift is seasoned for both sipping and sniffing. When mixed with fruit juices, it's a delicious winter warmer-upper. Boiled in water, it makes a "scentsational" potpourri that will add a heavenly fragrance to the whole house!

SERVINGS: 8
METHOD: Microwave
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Ingredients:

SPICE MIX:
* 1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
* 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1 teaspoon whole allspice
* 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
* 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY WASSAIL:
* 1 quart cranberry juice
* 1 quart pineapple juice
* 1/2 cup sugar

Directions:
Combine spice mix ingredients; place in the center of two 6-in. square pieces of cheesecloth. Bring corners together and tie with string or dental floss. Yield: 1 spice bag.

To use as a room scent: Place spice bag in a 2-cup microwave-safe measuring cup filled with hot water. Microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until water boils. Continue to microwave at 30% power to add fragrance to the whole house. (Add more water if microwaved for additional time.)

To prepare cranberry wassail:
Combine juices, sugar and spice bag in a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and cut a vent. Microwave on high for 8-9 minutes or until mixture boils. Microwave at 50% power 3 minutes longer. Yield: 1 spice bag.

Drunk couple decorate christmas tree with cans and bottles.

2008-12-11T00:37:00.000-08:00

Drunk couple decorate Christmas tree with cans and bottles.