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Holiday simmer pot

Course DIY
Keyword christmas scent, natural air freshener, simmer pot, stovetop potpourri
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cranberries and cloves simmered in water to fill the house with a holiday scent.

What You’ll Need

  • 1 orange sliced
  • 2 cinnamon sticks broken in half
  • 1/2 cup whole cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon cloves whole or ground
  • 4 cups water
  • Small pot

Directions

  • Put all the ingredients in a small pot and pour in water until it is about one inch below the rim.
  • Bring it to a simmer on the stove, then turn the heat down to low.
  • Let it simmer as long as you like, topping up the water as needed so the pot does not dry out.

Notes

Can be moved to a slow cooker to keep warm after boiling. Cover and refrigerate overnight to reuse the next day. Safety: never leave unattended; don't let it boil dry. Not for eating.