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How to Make a Winter Simmer Pot

The divine smell produced by this winter spice simmer pot will make you home feel warm and inviting unlike any candle will.
Prep Time5 minutes
Simmer Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Home Goods
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Freshener, Cinnamon, Natural Fragrance, Simmer Pot, Winter Fragrance
Yield: 1 Simmer Pot
Cost: $5-10

Equipment

  • Medium stockpot or slow cooker

Materials

  • 6-10 cups  Water
  • 1 tsp Vanilla
  • 1 Orange
  • 1 tbsp- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Cranberries– fresh or dried

SPICES - Whole spices are great but ground spices will work just as well if that’s what you have

  • 1 Cinnamon stick
  • 4 Cloves
  • 4 Allspice

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to your saucepan.
  • Add saucepan to your stovetop and bring to a boil.
  • Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer.
  • Simmer the pot for 30 minutes.
  • If you want to keep the scent going for longer, add more water and continue to simmer.
  • Once done simmering, remove from heat and either save remaining liquid for later use or discard liquid and compost solids.