Wintry Mulled Wine Serves 4 Note: Do not cook the wine in an aluminum pot since the alcohol can react with the aluminum, causing a metallic taste. Use a stainless steel or ceramic glazed pot – even Teflon will do. For a large gathering, triple or quadruple this recipe and serve, re-warmed from a punch[…]
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Wintry Mulled Wine
Mary Anne here. ‘Tis the season to eat, drink, and be merry, so we thought it fitting to raise a special Sunday glass of mulled wine in honor of the week ahead. Mulled wine is a traditional Christmas libation dating back to Medieval times, but these days, there is no shortage of interpretations. Whether you[…]