Here's a beverage that warms the bones on cold winter nights.

Spiced Fireside Warmer

3 single-serving black teabags
1 1/3 C. water
1 cinnamon stick
2 whole cloves
1/3 C. sugar
1 1/2 C. cranberry cocktail
1 C. dry red wine

Bring water to a boil in a medium stainless steel saucepan.  Add tea bags and spices.  Turn heat low and simmer for 5 minutes.  Remove tea bags.  Stir in sugar to dissolve, then juice and wine.  Heat through.  Remove spices. 

Serve with a cinnamon stick, orange wedge or thin lemon slice.