How To Make a Cozy Autumn Simmer Pot Recipe
Create a warm, inviting atmosphere with this Cozy Autumn Simmer Pot recipe that fills your home with the comforting scents of apple, orange, cinnamon, and rosemary. Perfect for autumn days, this simmer pot uses natural ingredients to infuse your space with seasonal fragrance while being both simple and delightful.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours (can be extended as desired by adding water and reheating)
- Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: One simmer pot lasting several hours
- Category: Home Fragrance
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients
- 1 small apple, sliced
- 1–2 oranges, sliced
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
Spices
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 7 whole cloves
- 6 star anise
- Ground nutmeg, a heavy sprinkle
Liquid
- Water (enough to fill your pot about halfway or to cover ingredients)
Optional
- Essential Oils: Chamomile, Patchouli, Clove, Cinnamon, and Rosemary (a few drops each, optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the sliced apple, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and fresh rosemary sprig in the bottom of your pot. Sprinkle a generous amount of ground nutmeg over the ingredients to add warm spice.
- Add Water: Pour water over the mixture until it covers the ingredients or is about halfway up the pot, ensuring there is enough liquid to simmer without drying out.
- Simmer Gently: Set the pot to low heat and let it simmer gently. This allows the natural ingredients to release their fragrances, filling your home with an irresistible, cozy aroma throughout the day.
- Maintain and Refresh: Stir the simmer pot occasionally to blend the scents evenly. Check the water level regularly and add more water as needed to prevent the pot from drying out.
Notes
- Use a slow cooker or an electric simmer pot if you want a safer, unattended option.
- Replace ingredients every few days to maintain fresh fragrance.
- Be cautious when adding essential oils—use only a few drops and make sure they are safe for indoor use.
- Never leave the simmer pot unattended for long periods to avoid drying out or burning.
- This simmer pot is great for creating a natural air freshener without chemicals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A (not consumed as food)
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: autumn simmer pot, fall fragrance, cozy home scent, natural air freshener, homemade potpourri, seasonal simmer pot
