I spent this last weekend in Seattle for my sister's baby shower. It rained the entire time and was absolutely gorgeous. They were those days when you want to curl up with a warm blanket, a good friend, and something hot to sip. The following is a recipe for my mom's famous hot spiced mulled wine; it brings memories of the leaves turning their brilliant reds, oranges, and yellows, and the beautiful, brisk Fall days in Seattle.
Hot Spiced Mulled Wine
3 c boiling water
1 c sugar
1 lemon sliced
6 cinnamon sticks
6 whole cloves
½ gallon hearty burgundy wine
Nutmeg
1 orange sliced for garnish (optional)
Boil together first 5 ingredients. Add burgundy. Sprinkle with nutmeg, simmer at least 20 minutes. Add orange slices before serving.
(We have tried many and have discovered that the cheaper the burgundy wine, the better this recipe turns out. I strongly suggest the Carlos Rossi burgundy wine)
Happy Autumn, Mom and Baby Joseph!
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