Spiced Hot Tea Mix

1 cup instant tea powder
2 cups orange-flavored drink mix (e.g. Tang)
1 (3 ounce) package powdered lemonade mix
2 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves


In a large bowl, combine instant tea powder, orange drink mix, lemonade powder, sugar, cinnamon and cloves. Mix thoroughly. Store in a sealed jar.

To use, mix 3 to 4 tablespoons of mix with 1 cup hot or cold water. Adjust to taste.

Yield 5 cups dry mix

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Dark Fudge

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2/3 cup Evaporated Milk
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 1/2 cups Dark Chocolate Chips
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts or cashews (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Line 8-inch-square baking pan with heavy duty foil.

Combine sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt in medium, heavy-duty saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil, stirring constantly, for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Stir in marshmallows, chocolate chips, nuts and vanilla extract. Stir quickly for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted. Pour into lined baking pan; refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into squares.

Makes 24

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