Wassail spice Mix

By BlueSchmoo

tasteofhome.com

Can also be used as house fragrance

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Ingredients

• ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY WASSAIL:
• 1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon whole allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 quart cranberry juice
• 1 quart pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup sugar

Preparation

Step 1

Combine spice mix ingredients; place in the center of two 6-in. square pieces of cheesecloth. Bring corners together and tie with string or dental floss. Yield: 1 spice bag.
To use as a room scent: Place spice bag in a 2-cup microwave-safe measuring cup filled with hot water. Microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until water boils. Continue to microwave at 30% power to add fragrance to the whole house. (Add more water if microwaved for additional time.)

To prepare cranberry wassail: Combine juices, sugar and spice bag in a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and cut a vent. Microwave on high for 8-9 minutes or until mixture boils. Microwave at 50% power 3 minutes longer. Yield: 1 spice bag.