Simmer Pot
Bring cozy, natural aromas to your home with this simple simmer pot recipe. It's an easy way to make your space smell amazing all season long!
Servings 1 simmer pot
Calories 64kcal
Ingredients
- 1 whole orange sliced (fresh or about 8 slices dehydrated orange)
- 6 whole cinnamon sticks
- 6 whole star anise
- 6 whole allspice pods
- 1 tablespoon cardamom pods
- 1 tablespoon whole cloves
- 4 sprigs rosemary
- 4-8 cups water plus more as needed
Instructions
- Add orange slices, cinnamon sticks, star anise, allspice, cardamom pods, whole cloves and rosemary to a medium saucepan or large pot.1 whole orange, 6 whole cinnamon sticks, 6 whole star anise, 6 whole allspice pods, 1 tablespoon cardamom pods, 1 tablespoon whole cloves, 4 sprigs rosemary
- Fill the pot with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.4-8 cups water
- Let simmer uncovered, adding more water as needed to keep the pot filled. Keep on the stove as long as desired.
Notes
Nutrition not applicable.
For a simple, well-balanced simmer pot, include at least one fruit (such as oranges, lemons, apples or cranberries), one herb (like rosemary, thyme or a sprig of fir or spruce) and one warm spice (such as cinnamon sticks, whole cloves or star anise). Mix and match based on what you have — whole spices and dried fruits both work beautifully and can combine with fresh ingredients.
Eye the pot as it simmers, as the water will slowly evaporate. If the water level gets low to expose the fruit and spices, or if the pot steams heavily, add more water to prevent scorching.
Nutrition
Serving: 1simmer pot | Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 216mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 56IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 4mg
