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Simmered Cinnamon Apples

This dish involves gently simmering sliced apples with cinnamon, allowing the flavors to meld and release a fragrant aroma. The apples become soft and tender, creating a comforting and sweet-smelling infusion that fills the kitchen with warmth and spice.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: home fragnance
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh apples 2 large: Provide sweet fruity aroma.
  • Cinnamon sticks 2 sticks: Add warm spicy fragrance.
  • Water 3 cups: Helps release and spread scent.
  • Whole cloves optional 3 pieces: Adds deeper spice note.
  • Orange peel optional small strip: Brings bright citrus touch.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon
  • Stove burner

Method
 

  1. Wash apples thoroughly under running water.
  2. Slice apples into thin wedges.
  3. Add apple slices to a medium saucepan.
  4. Place cinnamon sticks into the pot.
  5. Add optional cloves or citrus peel if using.
  6. Pour water over the ingredients.
  7. Place the saucepan over medium heat just until steaming begins, then reduce to low for a gentle steady simmer.
  8. Allow mixture to heat gradually.
  9. Reduce heat once a gentle simmer begins.
  10. Stir occasionally to refresh fragrance.
  11. Check water level every 20–30 minutes and top up as needed to maintain a gentle simmer and consistent fragrance.
  12. Continue simmering as desired to scent your home.

Notes

Feel free to add a splash of vanilla extract or a few cloves during simmering for extra warmth and depth of flavor.