Maple Cider Punch

Author´s note: Whip up a batch of citrusy, sparkly punch for sipping while carving jack-o´-lanterns. Make a toast to the fun and frolic of Halloween. Kids can help measure and stir the ingredients.

Ingrediants:

• 1 cup orange juice

• 3 tablespoons maple syrup

• 4 cups apple cider, chilled

• 1 cup ginger ale, chilled

• Ice cubes

Directions:

1. Pour the orange juice in a small saucepan, and stir in the maple syrup.
2. Place over medium heat and bring almost to a boil.
3. Remove from heat, stir once or twice, and let cool to room temperature.
4. (Or, combine the orange juice and maple syrup in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for three minutes.)
5. Pour the apple cider into a pitcher and add the cooled orange juice and the ginger ale.
6. Mix well.
7. Serve over ice.

Servings: 6