Hot Spiced Cider
["8 c. apple cider or apple juice", "1/4 to 1/2 c. packed brown sugar", "1 (6-inches) stick cinnamon", "1 tsp. allspice", "1 tsp. whole cloves", "8 thin orange wedges or slices (optional)", "8 whole cloves (optional)"]
["In a large saucepan, combine apple cider or juice and brown sugar.", "For spice bag, place cinnamon, allspice and the 1 teaspoon whole cloves in a double thickness cheesecloth.", "Bring up corners of cheesecloth and tie with string.", "Bring to boiling; reduce heat.", "Cover and simmer at least 10 minutes."]
["apple cider", "brown sugar", "cinnamon", "allspice", "whole cloves", "orange wedges"]