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Spiced Autumn Simmer

This simmering beverage combines fragrant cloves, seasonal fruits, and warm spices infused into water, creating an aromatic and cozy drink. It features a gentle simmer to release the flavors, resulting in a fragrant, slightly cloudy liquid with a warm, inviting appearance that encapsulates the essence of fall.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fall
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups water filtered or spring water preferred
  • 4 cloves whole cloves preferably fresh or whole dried cloves
  • 1 apple apple sliced thinly; tart or sweet varieties work
  • 1 orange orange thinly sliced or peeled strips
  • 1 cinnamon stick cinnamon stick whole for easy removal
  • 1 bay leaf bay leaf
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract optional for added warmth

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Pour water into a small saucepan and place it on the stove over medium heat.
  2. Add the whole cloves, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf to the water.
  3. Slice the apple thinly and peel the orange into strips, then add them to the pot, releasing their fresh, fruity aroma.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, listening for a soft bubbling and noticing steam rising as the flavors meld.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract for an extra warm depth of flavor, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
  6. Remove the saucepan from heat and take out the cinnamon stick, bay leaf, and cloves with a slotted spoon.
  7. Pour the aromatic brew into cups, catching the fruit slices and spices for a visually appealing presentation.
  8. Enjoy the warm, fragrant drink with its inviting aroma and gently spiced flavor that captures the essence of autumn.

Notes

Adjust the spice quantities to your preference; for a sweeter profile, add honey or maple syrup after simmering. For a more intense flavor, let it steep longer before removing the spices.