Fall-Time Simmer Pots

One of my favorite aspects of the fall season is not only the sights, but the smells that accompany.  When you think of fall, the scent of apples and spices come to mind: whether through the perfect apple pie, mulled cider, or your favorite scented candle. I also love being able to keep that sweet nostalgic scent permeating through the house for as long as possible. That’s why I love simmer pots.

My earliest memories are of sweet smelling simmer pots on the stove of my favorite next door neighbor. They take a little bit of conscious effort, but your home and guests will thank you for it. I found a couple wonderful fall simmer pot recipes that I thought I’d share! To get your simmer pot going, fill up a small sauce pan with water and your favorite recipe from below. Bring it to a boil and let it stay there for a minute or two. Bring it back down to a simmer, and enjoy! Add more water every half hour or so as needed. WARNING: never leave pots unattended or going when not at home. 

First recipe: Cinnamon sticks, Apple peels, Orange rinds, and Whole cloves

Second recipe: A few drops vanilla and Orange peels

Third recipe: 1 cup dried lavender, 1 Teaspoon anise, 1 Tablespoon nutmeg, 1 Tablespoon whole cloves, and 1 Cinnamon stick

Fourth recipe: 1/8 cup cloves, 1/8 cup allspice, and 2 cinnamon sticks

Fifth recipe: 5 bay leaves, 1 Tablespoons whole cloves, and 2 cinnamon sticks.

All recipes can be done with your crockpot, as well! Just try your hand at adding and subtracting different ingredients until you get your perfect mix!