I think it would be a great idea to alleviate the swelling and stifness to soak it in cider.
And yes, by all means check it with your finger first. You want to make sure that it is hot enough. You might also, want to check with your tongue to see if it is sweet enough. (Are we doing this with a straight face?) Hee.
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