Hot Spiced Wine

Ingredients

• 2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
• 3 whole cloves
• 3 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 2 bottles (750 ml each) dry red wine

Directions

1. Place cinnamon sticks and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spices; tie securely with string. Place in a 3-qt. slow cooker.
2. Add remaining ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until flavors are blended, 4-5 hours. Discard spice bag. Serve warm.