HOW LONG DOES APPLE CIDER LAST RECIPES

Steps:

• In 6-8 quart stock pan, measure out 2 cups of apple cider.
• This will be approximately how much you will end up with when finished.
• Pour in the remaining apple cider.
• * If it is kept on an unrefrigerated store shelf, DO NOT use it.
• Place on stove top on medium heat and bring to a low boil .
• Cook over medium approximately 2-1/2 hours (yes, it does take this long). Stir occasionally (say every 30-45 minutes).
• As the cider begins to get close to desired level of reduction, the bubbles will get smaller & the boil will look somewhat “foamy”. You’ll need to reduce the heat slightly at this point so that it doesn’t boil up or scorch.
• Remove from stove and let cool. Cider should be thick - almost like corn syrup or molasses when done.
• Pour into covered container of your choice (pint jar w/lid or condiment bottle with cap).
• Store in refrigerator and use as desired.

Steps:

• Combine liquids ingredients in a large stock pot.
• Simmer for 1-2 hours.
• Remove fruit, cinnamon sticks and cloves. You can strain the wassail through a sieve if you prefer.
• Serve and enjoy.
• Keeps for 7-10 days in the refrigerator. We keep the apple cider jugs and store it in them.
• You can cook this in a slow cooker. The whole recipe won’t quite fit in a 6 quart slow cooker so you can split it into 2 or cut the recipe down. Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours.