Scents for the Holidays
Transform your home into a cozy holiday haven with this easy and aromatic "Scents for the Holidays" simmer pot recipe! Combining the warm, inviting fragrances of fresh orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise with the herbal notes of rosemary and the sweetness of vanilla, this stove-top potpourri is the ultimate way to embrace the festive spirit. Bright cranberries add a pop of color and a lovely tangy undertone, making it as visually delightful as it is fragrant. Ready in just minutes, this recipe requires no special skills—simply simmer the ingredients to fill your home with the essence of the season. Perfect for entertaining guests or simply curling up with a mug of cocoa, this natural holiday air freshener is a must-try for anyone looking to set a comforting and nostalgic mood. Let the scents of citrus, spice, and everything nice bring the holidays to life!
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Ingredients
- 1 whole Orange
- 3 sticks Cinnamon sticks
- 1 tablespoon Cloves
- 2 pieces Whole star anise
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary sprigs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Cranberries
- 4 cups Water
Directions
Step 1
Slice the orange into thin rounds, leaving the peel on for added fragrance.
Step 2
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, rosemary sprigs, cranberries, vanilla extract, and water.
Step 3
Place the saucepan on the stove over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 4
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to continue simmering. Add more water as needed to prevent the potpourri from drying out.
Step 5
Let the potpourri simmer for up to 2 hours, or until the fragrant aroma fills your home.
Step 6
For storage, allow the mixture to cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight jar. Refrigerate and reuse within 3 days. Reheat with additional water as needed.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1211.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 163.0 |
| Total Fat 1.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 43.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.9g | |
| Protein 2.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 240.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 428.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories