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    5 Ways with Mulling Spices

    By | Shine Food – Wed, Nov 30, 2011 11:13 AM EST

    Infuse holiday recipes with seasonal flavors and aromas using homemade spice bags. Here are give ways you can spread the joy.
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    1) Spice Bag: A Perfect Gift
    Wrap up a Spice Bag by placing 8 black peppercorns, 6 whole allspice, 6 whole cloves, 2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks, and 3 (3- x 1-inch) orange rind strips on a 5-inch square of cheesecloth. Gather the edges, and tie securely with kitchen string. Give it as a gift, or use your own spice bag to make the next 4 ideas for yourself or to give as a gift.

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    2) Syrup with Spice
    Simmer 12 oz. maple syrup and a Spice Bag over low heat 5 minutes. Cover and chill 24 hours. Discard Spice Bag. Store in refrigerator up to 2 weeks. Serve warm with pancakes or waffles.

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    3) Spiced Cider
    Combine 1 gal. apple cider, 2 qt. cranberry juice cocktail, and a Spice Bag in a large Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; partially cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes. Discard Spice Bag before serving. Serve hot or cold, or package the cider as a homemade Christmas gift.

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    4) Spiced Vinaigrette
    Simmer 16 oz. apple cider vinegar and a Spice Bag 1 minute. Remove from heat; stand 3 hours. Discard bag. Store up to 2 weeks as a vinaigrette to toss with salads.

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    5) Festive Home Fragrance
    Bring 2 Spice Bags and 8 cups water to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat to low, and simmer 3 to 4 hours. Before parties, this will create a festive home fragrance.

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