WASSAIL BOWL

 

5 pints beer 1 lemon sliced

2 c. sherry 1 tsp. ginger

2 1/2 c. brown sugar, packed

3 slices white bread, crusts removed, cut into star shapes and toasted.

 

In a large saucepan, gently heat the beer with the sherry. Add the remaining ingredients, stirring and cooking over low heat until blended. Float toast stars on the surface just before serving.

 

HOT MULLED WINE

 

1 cinnamon stick 1/2 c. sherry

4 whole cloves 1 bottle red wine

1/2 tsp. grated nutmeg Sugar to taste

1 T. sliced lemon peel, zest removed

 

Place the spices and lemon peel in a large saucepan, barely cover with water, and simmer for 30 minutes. Strain and add the sherry, wine and sugar. Heat but do not boil.

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