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Fall Spiced Simmer Potpourri

This simmer potpourri combines pumpkin spice and fragrant spices like cinnamon, cloves, and citrus zest, cooked gently in water to release aromatic steam. The result is a fragrant, warm vapor that fills your home with cozy fall scents, with the spices floating gently in the liquid as they simmer. It’s a simple, no-cook method to create an inviting seasonal atmosphere.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Autumn
Calories: 15
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups water enough to cover the spices
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree adds warm aroma
  • 2 sticks cinnamon sticks crackling and fragrant
  • 4 cloves whole cloves spicy aroma
  • 1 orange orange peel fresh zest for citrus brightness
  • 1 lemon lemon peel adds a bright citrus note

Equipment

  • Small saucepan or pot
  • Ladle or spoon

Method
 

  1. Pour water into the small saucepan and add the pumpkin puree, stirring gently to incorporate.
  2. Place the cinnamon sticks and whole cloves into the water, allowing their spicy aroma to begin infusing the liquid.
  3. Zest both the orange and lemon peel, then add the zest to the saucepan, releasing bright citrus oils.
  4. Turn the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, listening for the soft bubbling and aromatic steam to fill the room.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, allowing the spices and citrus to steep together for about 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally and ensuring the liquid doesn’t evaporate completely.
  6. As the mixture steams, fragrant aromas will waft through your home, and the spices will float gently in the simmering liquid, creating a cozy autumnal atmosphere.

Notes

Feel free to add more citrus or spices to intensify the scent. Keep an eye on the water level to prevent burning, adding more hot water if needed. Use a wooden spoon or lid to reduce spillage during simmering.