1 c. granulated sugar
1/2 c. apple cider vinegar
2 1/2 c. water
2 (3") cinnamon sticks
1 tsp. whole cloves
1 tsp. whole allspice
1/2 tsp. red food coloring
4 med. red cooking apples

Combine first 7 ingredients in large skillet; simmer 5 minutes. Meanwhile, wash, pare and core apples; cut crosswise into 4 slices. Cook apples in simmering syrup until tender, cooking a few rings at a time and turning carefully. Place cooked apple rings in a bowl; strain syrup over apples. Cover; refrigerate overnight. Makes 16 apple rings.