Usually, mulling spices are used to spice up a yummy hot drink such as wine or Apple Cider, but I also use mulling spices in my cooking and baking. Mulling Spices Ingredients: 15 double-layer cheesecloth 5-inch squares 14 (10-inch) lengths of white string 3 oz whole cinnamon sticks 6 whole nutmegs (1 ounce) 1/3 c chopped dried orange peel 1/3 c chopped dried lemon peel 1/4 c allspice berries 1/4 c whole cloves 2 Tbsp finely chopped, crystallized ginger (1 ounce) Directions: 1. Place cinnamon sticks and nutmegs into a heavy freezer bag. Hit the spices with the bottom of a small heavy skillet to break them into small pieces. Place in a bowl and stir in orange peel, lemon peels, allspice, cloves, and ginger. 2. Place about 2 tablespoons of the spice mixture in the center of each cheesecloth square. Tie securely with the string. If giving as a gift, be sure to include the mulled wine or apple recipes instructions (below). 3. Yield: 14 bags apple mu...
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