Vanilla Scented Mulled Cider

Name: Vanilla Scented Mulled Cider
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 batch, 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 8 cups apple cider; 12 black peppercorns, crushed; 8 whole allspice; 2 bay leaves; 1 vanilla bean, 3 inch piece, split lengthwise and scraped; 1 lemon rind, 2 by 1/2 inch strip

Submitted by FloridaGrl

"A warming, great smelling drink for the holidays. The loose spices work better than ones wrapped in cheesecloth."

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Ready In:: 20mins
Ingredients:: 6
Yields:: 1 batch
Serves:: 8

ingredients

8 cups apple cider
12 black peppercorns, crushed
8 whole allspice
2 bay leaves
1 vanilla bean, 3 inch piece, split lengthwise and scraped
1 lemon rind, 2 by 1/2 inch strip

directions

Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan, bring to a simmer. Cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Strain cider through a sieve, and discard solids. Serving size: 3/4 cup.