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diabetic hot spiced cider tea

(2 ratings)
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Recipe by
Paul Bushay
@chefbunyan
Mesa, AZ

A great cold night warm up

(2 ratings)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For diabetic hot spiced cider tea

  • 2 (4-inch) cinnamon sticks
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 2 to 3 whole cloves
  • 3 to 5 whole cardamom pods
  • 5 coin-size pieces fresh ginger
  • 2 (1-inch) strips fresh orange peel
  • 2 (1-inch) strips fresh lemon peel
  • 5 cups cold water
  • 4 bags orange-pekoe tea
  • 3 cups apple cider
  • 1 orange, juiced

How To Make diabetic hot spiced cider tea

  • 1
    Lightly crush the cinnamon, peppercorns, cloves, and cardamom pods in a mortar and pestle or on a cutting board with the bottom of a saucepan
  • 2
    Put the crushed spices, ginger & citrus peels in a medium saucepan and add the water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, partially covered, until aromatic, and the cinnamon stick opens a bit, about 10 minutes.
  • 3
    Add the tea bags, immediately remove from the heat, and steep for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • 4
    Remove the tea bags, and add the cider and juice of 1 orange. Return the pan to a medium heat and warm, taking care not to let it boil. Serve hot.
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