Tiny, tart, and crimson-hued, cranberries have a lot to boast about. Most importantly, though, are their powerful health benefits.
Cranberries are known to play a role in preventing urinary tract infections, reducing the risk of gum disease, and protecting against a range of other diseases and cancers. Need more convincing? Cranberries can potentially prevent ulcers, and they contain hippuric acid, which has natural antibiotic ingredients. We think it’s time to start popping at least a few cranberries per day into your diet. Check out one of our favorite recipes here.
Cranberry Apple Cider
24
servings4-6
hours80
kcalWarm up by a toasty fire with this seasonal spiced cider.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup
packed brown sugar
- 2 tsp
whole allspice
- 4 sticks
cinnamon
- 48 oz
apple cider (1 bottle)
- 48 oz
cranberry juice (1 bottle)
Directions
Mix all of the listed ingredients in a slow cooker.
Cover and cook on the low heat setting for 4-6 hours.
Remove the cinnamon sticks and strain the allspice before serving.
- Nutrition Facts (per serving): Calories—80 Total Fat—0g Saturated Fat—0g Sodium—0mg Carbohydrate—19g Dietary Fiber—0g Protein —0g
