Description
Create a warm and inviting atmosphere with this Cozy Autumn Simmer Pot recipe. Combining fragrant spices, fresh fruits, and herbs simmered gently on the stove, this natural home fragrance fills your space with comforting seasonal aromas perfect for crisp fall days and cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 small apple, sliced
- 1–2 oranges, sliced
Spices & Herbs
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 7 whole cloves
- 6 star anise
- Ground nutmeg, a heavy sprinkle
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
Liquids & Essential Oils
- Water, enough to cover ingredients in pot
- Optional Essential Oils: chamomile, patchouli, clove cinnamon, and rosemary (few drops each as desired)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice the apple and oranges, making sure the pieces are not too thick to release their fragrance easily during simmering.
- Add Spices and Herbs: Place the sliced fruits, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and fresh rosemary into the bottom of your pot. Sprinkle a heavy grind of fresh nutmeg over the mixture for a warm aromatic base.
- Add Water: Pour enough water into the pot to cover all the ingredients completely. This will prevent burning and help release the scents thoroughly.
- Simmer: Set the pot to simmer gently on low heat. Allow the mixture to simmer slowly, releasing cozy autumn fragrances throughout your home. Avoid boiling to preserve delicate aromas.
- Maintain Aroma: Stir occasionally to redistribute ingredients and prevent sticking. Add more water as needed if the liquid reduces too much to maintain simmering.
- Optional Aromatherapy: If desired, add a few drops of essential oils such as chamomile, patchouli, clove cinnamon, and rosemary to enhance the scent experience.
Notes
- Keep an eye on the water level to prevent the pot from drying out and burning the ingredients.
- You can adjust the amounts and types of spices based on your scent preferences or what you have at home.
- This simmer pot is ideal for use in a slow cooker or stovetop pot left on the lowest heat setting.
- Essential oils are optional but can boost the aromatic effect; use high-quality, food-safe oils only.
- After simmering, let the mixture cool before discarding; you can compost the used ingredients.
- Simmer pots are a natural alternative to chemical air fresheners and help create a cozy ambiance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours (can simmer longer on low heat)
- Category: Home & Lifestyle
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Not applicable (used as home fragrance)
- 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 home fragrance, natural air freshener, cinnamon simmer pot, cozy scents, homemade aroma pot, seasonal simmer pot
