Mulled Cranberry Punch

This spiced fruity punch can be served alcohol-free as a driver's drink, or pepped up with a tot of brandy if you prefer. It's also great served chilled, over ice.

1 bottle cranberry cocktail (1.89 L)
1 cup frozen cranberries (250 mL)
1 stick cinnamon
4 whole cloves
½ cup sugar (125 mL)
1 small orange, sliced

In a medium size pot, simmer cranberry cocktail, frozen cranberries, cinnamon stick, cloves and sugar for 25 minutes. Add orange slices and serve hot.

Makes 6 servings.

Cook's Notes: To give the punch more of a kick, add 4 oz (½ cup) of vodka or rum. Increase the amount of sugar for a sweeter taste.