14574 Mulled Hard Pear Cider 40 mins Under 5 mins 6 to 8 servings Tue Mar 03 15:32:00 -0800 2009 Tue Oct 20 12:43:49 -0700 2009 Easy British CHOW http://www.chow.com/recipes/14574 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:43:49 GMT All ciders are not created equal All ciders are not created equal: This one uses pear instead of the more traditional apple, for a simple change that adds a lot of flavor. Think cider and surely visions of apples dance through your head. But here hard pear cider steps in for the apple cider and gets subtly spiced, a bit sweetened, and fairly boozed up—making for the perfect antidote to a blustery winter day.

What to buy: There are varying qualities of hard pear cider on the market; look for one that has distinct pear flavor and not too much sweetness. We like Ace or Wyder’s brands.

Game plan: The cider will keep for up to 4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Prepare it through step 1, and when ready to serve, reheat the cider and proceed with step 2.

This recipe was featured as part of both our Cold-Weather Comfort Food Menu and our Tailgating Recipes photo gallery.

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  • Combine cider, orange zest, ginger, and vanilla bean and seeds (if using) in a large pot, stir well, and bring to a simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep for about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in brandy and honey, pour into heatproof mugs, and serve.
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    ]]>     75 1 (3-inch) piece ginger, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick pieces

    ]]>     292 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped (optional)

    ]]>     480 1/2 cup brandy

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