Mulled New England Punch(Makes Three 8 Ounce Servings.) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. water
3 sticks (about 2 1/2-inches each) cinnamon, broken in half
1 tsp. whole cloves
2 unflavored tea bags
1 (6 oz.) can apple juice (about 3/4 c.)
1/2 c. cranberry juice
2 Tbsp. honey
3 thinly sliced apple rings (optional)

Preparation

In a medium saucepan, place water, cinnamon sticks and cloves. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to low.
Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
Add tea bags.
Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
Remove spices and tea bags and discard. Stir in apple juice, cranberry juice and honey.
Heat over medium heat.
Pour into cups and garnish with apple rings, if desired.