Best 2 Spiced Autumn Harvest Simmering Potpourri Recipes

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SIMMERING POTPOURRI



Simmering Potpourri image

This is the recipe my MIL gave me years ago for Simmering Potpourri. Use it for a delightful way to freshen the air. Usually used around the holidays.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Christmas

Time 5m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup orrisroot chips
15 drops cinnamon oil
10 drops clove oil
5 drops orange oil
1 cup broken cinnamon stick
1 cup whole allspice
1 cup dried orange peel
1 cup bay leaf
1 cup coriander
1 cup mint
1/2 cup whole cloves
1/2 cup star anise
1/2 cup pine needles
1/2 cup rosemary

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in small bowl.
  • Combine next 10 ingredients in large bowl.
  • Stir two mixtures together.
  • To scent air, put 1/3 of the potpourri mixture in 4 cups of water, boil, reduce heat and simmer.
  • Add water as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.3, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 32, Carbohydrate 22.8, Fiber 9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 3.2

CAPTURING CHRISTMAS SIMMERING POTPOURRI



Capturing Christmas Simmering Potpourri image

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 whole cloves
6 whole allspice
6 cardamom pods
5 whole star anise
3 slices fresh gingerroot
3 pieces orange, lemon or lime peel
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)

Steps:

  • Place cloves, allspice, cardamom, star anise, ginger, orange peel and cinnamon sticks on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Bring up corners of cloth; tie with a string to form a bag. Set aside. Fill Dutch oven or large stockpot two-thirds way full with water. Add spice bag. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, replenishing water as necessary.

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