Pineapple Orange Spiced Tea Recipe

Ingredients

2 quarts boiling water16 tea bags2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1 piece fresh gingerroot (1/2 inch), peeled and thinly sliced 4 whole cloves1 cup sugar1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed1 can (12 ounces) frozen pineapple juice concentrate, thawed1 cup pomegranate or cranberry juice1/2 cup lemon juiceOptional: Pomegranate seeds and lemon wedges

Preparation

In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine boiling water and tea bags. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, place cinnamon sticks, ginger and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. Discard tea bags. Stir in remaining ingredients; add spice bag. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 2-3 hours. Discard spice bag. Stir before serving. If desired, serve with pomegranate seeds and lemon slices.