Christmas Wassail

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This is a recipe my mother made and passed down to me. i have passed it down to my daughters. it is a traditional holiday punch for christmas parties. enjoy! you stud the oranges with the whole cloves -- you can make decorative designs, if you want.

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Steps

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Stud the oranges with the whole cloves and bake in a 300 degree oven for 30 minutes.

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On top of the stove , heat the cider and cinnamon sticks until almost boiling.

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Pour the hot cider into a large punch bowl.

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Add the studded oranges.

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Add the brandy to taste -- the more the merrier !.

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To replenish wassail , just add more heated cider and more brandy.

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The longer the oranges sit in the punch , the more orange flavor there is to it.

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Ingredients

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cider, cinnamon sticks, oranges, whole cloves, brandy