Recipe for a Holiday Scent

Fill your home with the warm, inviting essence of the season with this easy and aromatic Recipe for a Holiday Scent. Combining classic holiday spices like cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise with the zesty brightness of fresh orange slices and cranberries, this simmer pot recipe creates a cozy atmosphere perfect for gatherings or quiet winter evenings. A dash of vanilla extract adds a sweet, comforting note, while optional rosemary sprigs provide a subtle, earthy layer. Ready in just minutes, this all-natural homemade potpourri simmers on your stovetop, releasing the quintessential smells of the holidays into every corner of your home. Ideal for transforming your space into a festive wonderland, it’s a simple yet magical way to celebrate the season.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 4 cups Water
• 3 sticks Cinnamon sticks
• 1 tablespoon Whole cloves
• 2 pods Star anise
• 1 fruit Fresh orange
• 1 cup Fresh cranberries
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 sprigs Rosemary sprigs (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Pour the water into a medium-sized pot or saucepan.

Step 2

Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and fresh cranberries to the pot.

Step 3

Slice the orange into thick rounds and add the slices to the pot.

Step 4

Pour in the vanilla extract and add the rosemary sprigs if using.

Step 5

Place the pot on the stovetop over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer. Stir occasionally.

Step 7

As the water evaporates over time, add more water as needed to keep the ingredients submerged and the aroma flowing.

Step 8

Let the simmer pot run for several hours, enjoying the holiday scent it disperses throughout your home.

Step 9

When finished, discard the ingredients and clean the pot thoroughly.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1340.3 grams (1340.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	249

Total Fat 3.10g	4%
Saturated Fat 0.30g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 51mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 58.80g	21%
Dietary Fiber 19.10g	68%
Total Sugars 23.50g
Protein 4.80g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 322mg	25%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 716mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.9%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 83.3%