Hot Tamale Spiced Apple Cider

Hot Tamale Spiced Apple Cider 5 - cups apple cider 1/4 - cup hot tamale candies 1/4 - teaspoon whole cloves 1/8 - teaspoon nutmeg 1 - cinnamon stick, garnish Bring all ingredients to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce and simmer 10 minutes. Strain and serve hot in mugs garnished with a cinnamon stick. When you strain the cider you will see the gummy part of the candy, toss it out with the cloves. Pour the cider into a slow cooker to keep warm serve. Cooks Note: This can also be prepared in the crock pot. Just add all of the ingredients and cook on low for 2-3 hours. Remove hot tamales before serving.