Thanksgiving Star Cider

Name: Thanksgiving Star Cider
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 118 milliliters dried hibiscus blossoms; 79 milliliters honey; 59 milliliters lemon juice; 946 milliliters pear nectar; 473 milliliters red wine; 473 milliliters star anise; 8 servings star anise, fresh pear wedges, if desired

Thanksgiving Star Cider might be just the beverage you are searching for. Watching your figure? This gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian recipe has 180 calories, 1g of protein, and 0g of fat per serving. This recipe serves 8. Head to the store and pick up star anise, honey, wine, and a few other things to make it today. It is perfect for Thanksgiving. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.

Instructions

Pour 2 cups boiling water over 1/2 cup dried hibiscus blossoms (jamaica) and let steep 5 minutes. Meanwhile, warm 4 cups pear nectar, 2 cups red wine, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and 2 star anise over low heat. Strain hibiscus infusion into a large pitcher, add pear nectar mixture, and stir in 1/3 cup honey.

Ingredients you will need

Dried Hibiscus