Hot Spiced Cider and Rum Punch

There will be no shivering of the timbers when served this mulled rum punch.

Recipe Ingredients:

3 small oranges, well washed and dried
About 3 tablespoons whole cloves
2 quarts apple cider
2 (4-inch) cinnamon sticks
1 1/2 cups light or dark rum

Cooking Directions:

1. Stud the oranges with the cloves. Place in a punch bowl.
2. Heat the cider with the cinnamon sticks in a large saucepan. Pour over the oranges and add the rum.
3. Serve warm in punch cups.

Makes 18 (1/2 cup) servings.