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Instant Pot Apple Butter

Instant Pot Apple Butter

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
80 min
Total
140 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine about 4 inches water and lemon juice in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Add apples as you slice them to avoid browning.
  2. 2 Drain lemon water from Instant Pot; stir brown sugar, white sugar, honey, apple juice, cinnamon sticks, and ground cloves into apples in Pot. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  3. 3 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove and discard cinnamon sticks.
  4. 4 Purée apple butter with an immersion blender until smooth; stir well with a spoon. Close and lock the lid. Select Slow Cooker function according to the manufacturer's instructions. Set the timer for 60 minutes.
  5. 5 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Check consistency by dropping a small spoonful of apple butter onto a plate. Refrigerate 10 minutes; if apple butter appears to be thick enough to spread with a knife, it is ready. Continue cooking if apple butter appears too thin and runny, 1 hour more.

By Buckwheat Queen

Berry Breakfast Cobbler

Berry Breakfast Cobbler

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir the berries and brown sugar together in a microwave-safe bowl; heat on High until the berries are hot, about 2 minutes, stirring once about 1 minute into the heating process. Stir the ground cinnamon, ground flax seeds, and coconut into the heated berries and serve.

By teelites

Crab Apple Jelly

Crab Apple Jelly

4.2

Prep
60 min
Cook
50 min
Total
830 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Inspect four 1/2-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jelly is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  2. 2 Remove stems and blossom ends from crab apples. Cut fruit into quarters and place into a large stainless steel pot. Add cinnamon stick, then pour in just enough water so you can see it through the fruit, but not so much that the fruit is floating. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until fruit is soft and has changed color, 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Discard cinnamon stick. Strain fruit through 2 or 3 layers of cheesecloth; you should have at least 4 cups juice. Discard pulp, then pour juice back into the pot.
  4. 4 Bring juice to a simmer, then cook for 10 minutes. Skim off any foam that comes to the surface. Stir in sugar until completely dissolved. Continue cooking at a low boil until juice reaches a temperature of 220 to 222 degrees F (104 to 106 degrees C), 2 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  5. 5 Pack jelly into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 5 minutes.
  7. 7 Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Bru

Cranberry Orange Sauce

Cranberry Orange Sauce

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Mix cranberries, brown sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and cinnamon stick together in a saucepan; bring to a boil.
  3. 3 Reduce heat and simmer until cranberries pop and sauce is thickened, about 15 minutes.
  4. 4 For best results, transfer cranberry sauce to a bowl and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour.
  5. 5 Remove cinnamon stick from sauce and serve at room temperature.

By itsvince

Lemon, Ginger, and Cinnamon Flavored Water

Lemon, Ginger, and Cinnamon Flavored Water

4.9

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash lemons and ginger. Slice lemons; peel and thinly slice ginger. Place lemon slices, ginger slices, and cinnamon sticks in a large pitcher; fill container with water. Store in refrigerator.

By djalbers

Cinnamon Pickled Beets

Cinnamon Pickled Beets

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
495 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat beet liquid, sugar, vinegar, and cinnamon sticks in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil and cook until sugar has dissolved, stirring constantly.
  2. 2 Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer for 5 minutes. Pour mixture over sliced beets; stir to coat. Transfer beet mixture to a bowl; cover bowl. Refrigerate 8 hours to overnight before serving.

By TasteKing

Apple Cider Cranberry Sauce

Apple Cider Cranberry Sauce

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine the apple cider, sugar, cinnamon sticks, orange zest, and cloves in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Turn heat to low; simmer until sugar is dissolved and the flavors are blended, 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir cranberries into the saucepan, turn heat to high, and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, until cranberries begin to pop, 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and cook until sauce begins to thicken, about 5 minutes. Remove cinnamon sticks and cloves. Pour into shallow dish to cool and serve.

By Jay Lynne Stuart

Easy Apple Cider

Easy Apple Cider

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
60 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Combine apple cider and cinnamon sticks in a slow cooker.
  3. 3 Place allspice and cloves onto the center of an 8-inch square piece of cheesecloth.
  4. 4 Gather edges of the cheesecloth together and tie to secure; place in the slow cooker. Stir in brown sugar. Cook on High, covered, until mixture is steaming and sugar has dissolved. Reduce heat to Low and keep warm.

By JANE MN

Pressure Cooker Apple Cider

Pressure Cooker Apple Cider

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
140 min
Total
160 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place apples in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot); sprinkle brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, and cloves on top. Fill Pot with water, up to the maximum fill line. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions; set the timer for 60 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  2. 2 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer’s instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove cinnamon sticks. Mash apples with a potato masher or spoon. Return cinnamon sticks to the Pot.
  3. 3 Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions; set the timer for 60 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  4. 4 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer’s instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Pour cider through a strainer or cheesecloth; discard solids.

By Anna Nelson

Pickled Peaches

Pickled Peaches

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
765 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Inspect 4 pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until pickled peaches are ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  2. 2 Combine sugar and vinegar in a large saucepan; stir until sugar is mostly dissolved. Add cinnamon sticks and cloves; bring to a boil. Cover the pan; boil for about 5 minutes. Discard cinnamon sticks and cloves, or leave them in for a stronger flavor.
  3. 3 Pack peaches into the hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1 inch of tops; Pour pickling syrup into the packed jars, filling to within ½ inch of the tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with the lids and screw the rings on tightly.
  4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower the jars 2 inches apart into boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover the jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By MISSCOOKSALOT

Horchata (Cinnamon Rice Milk)

Horchata (Cinnamon Rice Milk)

1.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total
230 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large saucepan, combine rice, water and cinnamon stick. Set aside for 3 hours.
  2. 2 After 3 hours, bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Allow to cool.
  3. 3 Puree rice mixture in a blender until smooth. Strain through cheesecloth or a fine sieve. Flavor with vanilla and sugar to taste. Chill, and serve over ice.

By Ivy

Red Wine Vinegar Reduction

Red Wine Vinegar Reduction

4.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine vinegar, sugar, cinnamon sticks, lemon juice, and cloves in a saucepan; bring mixture to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce the heat to low; simmer until sauce reduces slightly and is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes.

By Melissa Vincent

Cranberry Red Wine Relish

Cranberry Red Wine Relish

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine sugar and red wine in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat. Add cranberries, orange zest, and cinnamon stick. Bring back to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring often, until most cranberries have burst, 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, inspect six 4-ounce jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until relish is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  3. 3 Remove relish from heat; cool slightly. Pack relish into hot, sterilized jars. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly. Store in the refrigerator.

By Jansen

Apple Pie in a Jar Drink

Apple Pie in a Jar Drink

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
260 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Inspect 9 (quart-sized) jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until drink mix is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  2. 2 Combine apple cider, apple juice, sugar, and cinnamon sticks in a large pot over medium-high heat; bring to a boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Off heat, discard cinnamon sticks. Cool mixture to room temperature, about 4 hours; stir in grain alcohol.
  3. 3 Pour drink mix into sterilized canning jars. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.

By Cathy Nelson Reinert

Quince Jam

Quince Jam

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
55 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Wash quinces under running water with a soft sponge or fruit brush to remove the fuzzy outer layer.
  3. 3 Zest lemon; set zest aside. Squeeze lemon juice into a saucepan.
  4. 4 Add water to lemon juice in the saucepan and bring to a simmer. Add quinces and bring to a boil. Stir in sugar and cinnamon stick. Reduce the heat and simmer until quinces are soft, about 45 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove from the heat. Discard cinnamon stick and stir in lemon zest.
  6. 6 Pass hot mixture through a sieve into a bowl to create a semi-smooth consistency.
  7. 7 Allow to cool and thicken for 30 to 45 minutes, then pour into sealable jars.

By Buckwheat Queen

Elderberry Syrup

Elderberry Syrup

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Combine water, elderberries, ginger, cinnamon stick, and cloves in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Mash berries with a potato mixture to release juices.
  4. 4 Strain the mixture through a fine sieve, retaining juice and discarding pulp, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Let cool for 30 minutes.
  5. 5 Stir in honey until thoroughly combined.

By danny k

Watermelon Rind Preserves

Watermelon Rind Preserves

4.1

Prep
30 min
Cook
45 min
Total
555 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Peel off the green part of the watermelon rind, and slice into 2 inch pieces. Soak the rind in a solution of 1 gallon water and 1/2 cup salt overnight.
  2. 2 Remove rind from the salt water, and place in a stockpot with clean water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and cook for about 30 minutes, or until the rind is tender. Drain.
  3. 3 In a large pot, combine the sugar, 8 cups water, and sliced lemons. Tie the cinnamon and cloves into a cheesecloth bag, and place in the pot. Bring the syrup to a boil, and boil for 5 minutes. Add the rinds, and cook until transparent. Remove spice bag. Stir in red food coloring, if using. Ladle preserves into hot sterile jars, and process to seal.

By Dave McIntyre

Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice, Honey, and Pears

Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice, Honey, and Pears

4.9

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat orange juice and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Stir in cranberries; cook until they start to pop, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in pears, honey, and cinnamon sticks; cook for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving bowl. Sauce will thicken as it cools; remove cinnamon sticks before serving.

By Magda

Apple Pie Mixed Drinks

Apple Pie Mixed Drinks

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring apple cider, apple juice, and sugar to a boil in a large pot over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, about 10 minutes. Divide juice mixture evenly into the bottles. Add a cinnamon stick to each bottle.
  2. 2 Divide alcohol into the bottles and allow mixture to cool; seal and store in a cool dry place.

By bgfoot05

Easy Mulled Wine

Easy Mulled Wine

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine red wine, cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice, lemon peel, and orange peel in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Heat gently, but don't boil. Stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar, and once dissolved, taste to see if you'd like to add more.
  2. 2 Keep hot on medium to low heat for 20 minutes to let the flavors infuse the wine. Serve your mulled wine hot in glasses or mugs.

By Diana Moutsopoulos

Hot Spiked Cider

Hot Spiked Cider

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour water into a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
  2. 2 Remove from heat and add orange spice tea bags. Cover and let steep for 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Remove tea bags and stir in apple cider, rum, brown sugar, and 2 cinnamon sticks. Heat cider over medium-low heat until just steaming.
  4. 4 Ladle hot cider into 6 mugs and drop 1/2 teaspoon butter into each. Garnish with a cinnamon "swizzle" stick.

By debmallonee

Old Virginia Wassail Cider

Old Virginia Wassail Cider

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine apple cider, orange juice, pineapple juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and honey in a large stockpot over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat, or transfer to a slow cooker to keep warm while serving. Strain out cinnamon sticks and cloves before serving if desired.

By Charlene Luzum

Georgia Spiced Peaches

Georgia Spiced Peaches

4.7

Prep
60 min
Cook
45 min
Total
825 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Inspect as many quart- or gallon-sized jars as needed to fit peaches for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water for at least 5 minutes. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  2. 2 Bring sugar, water, and vinegar to a boil in a very large pot over medium-high heat; boil until syrup is moderately thick. Add peaches, cinnamon, and cloves; continue to boil, stirring occasionally, until peaches can easily be pierced to the pit with a fork, 20 to 30 minutes more.
  3. 3 Fill sterilized canning jars with peaches. Continue boiling syrup until heavy; ladle into jars to cover peaches, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by 2 inches. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 35 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart on a wood or cloth-covered surface, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Donna

Mulling Spices

Mulling Spices

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Zest and peel orange and lemon. Cut peels into thinnest strips possible. Distribute zest and peels evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until zest and peels are dry, 60 to 75 minutes.
  4. 4 Combine dried zest, dried peels, crushed cinnamon, allspice, cloves, cardamom and peppercorns in a large bowl.

By Yoly