Orange clove pomanders
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Fresh oranges studded with whole cloves and tied with ribbon. A fragrant old-fashioned holiday decoration.
What You’ll Need
- Firm orange
- Pack of dried cloves
- Ribbon (optional)
- Skewer or thick needle (optional)
Equipment
- scissors
Directions
- Wrap a ribbon around the orange and tie a bow at the top.
- Press cloves into the peel, either in light patterns or covering the whole orange. If they are hard to push in, poke the peel first with a skewer or thick needle.
- Hang one as an ornament, or keep several together in a bowl.
- Optional, for a long life: Dry it in a dehydrator or in the oven at 150F/65C for several hours, until it is light, dried out, and sounds hollow when tapped.
Notes
Fresh pomanders last 3-4 days (refrigerating overnight may stretch this). Dried ones can last several years. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent mold. Safety: supervise kids with skewers and needles; cloves and clove oil can irritate skin. Not for eating; keep away from pets (citrus and cloves are harmful to cats and dogs).