One balmy evening in June, the Hill Team was feasting on lobsters in Rockland, Maine.
I found this recipe for warm cider in the library of the historic Captain Lindsey House Inn. I am glad that I saved it to adapt for a cold evening. We enjoy fresh cider, cold or warm, as is, but this simple, spicier version makes it special.
Ingredients
1/2 gallon of fresh apple cider, preferably from the orchard
2-3 tablespoons of freshly ground ginger
1 teaspoon, or more, of allspice, to taste
Cinnamon sticks to add to each mug
Method
Bring the top 3 ingredients to a gentle simmer in a large saucepan for about 10-20 minutes, or longer to scent your home and infuse the flavors.
Pour into mugs and add a cinnamon stick for flavor and stirring.
Tips
If you have any warm cider left, simply refrigerate to serve cold or warm again.
This cider pairs well with roast pork dishes.
I like to serve it in place of coffee or tea on cold mornings.
Norm suggests spiced cider with apple pie.
Experiment by adding or substituting your own favorite spices such as a star anise pod or a pinch of nutmeg.
Brenda C. Hill
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Author: Brenda Hill
As a longtime food writer for Where Magazine New York City, Brenda Hill, along with her writing partner, Maralyn Hill (no relation), writes and publishes books about chefs, food and international travel. They co-authored "Our Love Affairs with Food & Travel" and joined French Master Chef Herve Laurent in writing "Cooking Secrets: The Why and How" Brenda has been active in the California Writer's Club, IFWTWA, and the Santa Barbara's Writers Conference. Brenda Hill and her partner Maralyn Hill conduct marketing and writing seminars. Maralyn and I will be heading back to Rancho La Puerta in July to give our presentation on writing and marketing your book, as well as bringing back some freshly picked off the farm nutritious and tasty recipes.
