Recipe: Mulled Cider or Red Wine

MULLED CIDER OR RED WINE

"This smooth and yummy beverage is perfect to serve in the autumn and straight through the holidays for a Christmas brunch or a cold winter evening by the fire. You can use either wine or apple cider. It depends on what you feel is appropriate for the occasion and your guests."

3 1/2 cups apple cider or 1 bottle red wine
1 cup purified water
1/2 cup sugar (or to taste)
2 cinnamon sticks
1/2 lemon, cut into slices
12 whole cloves

Put all the ingredients into a saucepan and bring to a low boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes.

Strain and serve in cups or heat-resistant clear glasses.

Source: The Healthy Kitchen by Andrew Weil, M.D. and Rosie Daley