Corena’s Kitchen

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Every Wednesday at Bob's Market and Greenhouses, we share inspiring recipes that celebrate the fresh vegetables harvested from your garden. These recipes not only highlight seasonal produce but also provide creative ways to incorporate your homegrown veggies into delicious meals. Whether you’re looking for hearty salads, savory soups, or flavorful stir-fries, our weekly posts offer a variety of ideas to help you make the most of your garden bounty. Join us for culinary inspiration that transforms your garden's offerings into delightful dishes for you and your family.

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Wassail Punch

This traditional German Christmas punch dates back to the 1800s. It was offered to carolers as they toured home to home.

This traditional German Christmas punch dates back to the 1800s. It was offered to carolers as they toured home to home.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon whole cloves

  • 6 cinnamon sticks

  • 3 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger

  • 3 ¾ cups white sugar

  • 2 quarts water

  • 2 quarts orange juice

  • 2 cups lemon juice

  • 1 gallon apple cider


Directions

  • Step 1

    Wrap the cloves, cinnamon stick, and ginger in cheese cloth, and tie with string.

  • Step 2

    In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water and spice bag. Simmer and stir until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, and refrigerate overnight.

  • Step 3

    Before serving, stir in the orange juice, lemon juice, and cider. Reheat over medium low flame, and serve warm. Be careful not to boil.

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