Whether you’re preparing for a big gathering or hosting a small dinner with loved ones, make any get-together a special occasion with a twist on delicious, seasonal classics.
Impress your guests with a Hot & Spicy Mulled Cider and a Sweet & Smoky Roast Chicken that will fill your home with enticing aromas and joyful memories.
Holiday cooking tips
Here are a few tricks to use when preparing a special holiday meal:
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Prepare some items a day or two in advance, or prep vegetables the day before to help save time the day of the big party.
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Brine the chicken the night before to help loosen muscle fibers, allowing the chicken to retain moisture when roasting the next day.
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Ladle hot mulled cider into warm cups or mugs, and place extra bourbon and Tabasco Sauce on the side for guests who enjoy an added kick.
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Bring the mulled cider to the table by pouring it into a thermos. This will help keep the cider warm without having to leave the table to top off your guests’ mugs.
For more delicious recipes for your holiday menu, visit www.tabasco.com.
Hot & Spicy Mulled Cider
Ingredients
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1 gallon fresh apple cider
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1 stick cinnamon
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2 star anise
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4 cloves
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3 allspice berries
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1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 1/2 cups bourbon
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3/4 cup applejack
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1 cup honey liqueur
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5 dashes apple bitters
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2 tablespoons Tabasco Original Red Sauce, or more to taste
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Orange twist, for garnish
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Apple, sliced, for garnish
Preparation
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In stainless steel pot, combine cider with cinnamon, anise, cloves, allspice berries, almonds and honey. Simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat; add bourbon, applejack, liqueur, bitters and Tabasco Sauce.
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Store in refrigerator until ready to be enjoyed. Once ready, gently warm cider cocktail.
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Garnish with orange twist, sliced raw apple, almonds and dash of Tabasco Sauce.
Serves
18
Preparation Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
