Holiday Mulled Wine
INGREDIENTS
2 (750-mL) bottles full-bodied dry red wine (such as Zinfandel) ½ cup black peppercorns ⅓ cup granulated sugar 4 (2-in.) orange peel strips (from 1 orange) 1 (1-in.) piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced 1 cinnamon stick, plus more for garnish 1 whole star anise Orange slices
How to Make It
INSTRUCTIONS
Stir together wine, peppercorns, sugar, orange peel, ginger, cinnamon stick, and star anise in a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over high. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 30 minutes. Strain and discard solids. Pour evenly into 8 glasses and garnish with orange slices and cinnamon sticks. Serve warm.