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Holiday Wassail

1 can (16 ounces) apricot halves, undrained
4 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
2 cups apple cider
1 cup orange juice
18 whole cloves
6 cinnamon sticks (3-1/2 inches), broken
Additional cinnamon sticks, optional

In a blender or food processor, blend apricots and liquid until
smooth. Pour into a large saucepan. Add pineapple juice, cider and
orange juice. Place the cloves and cinnamon sticks in a double
thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with a
string to form a bag. Add to saucepan. (Or place loose spices in

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saucepan and strain before serving.) Bring to a boil. Reduce heat;
cover and simmer 15-20 minutes. Serve hot in mugs. Garnish with
cinnamon sticks if desired.

Yield: 2 quarts.