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Sliced oranges, fresh cranberries, cinnamon sticks, rosemary, and spices in a white pot—everything you need for the perfect Christmas Simmering Pot, ready for cooking.

Christmas Simmering Pot

5 from 2 votes
A Christmas Simmering Pot is a delicous smelling way to get your home in the Christmas spirit. It takes just minutes to put together for hours of warm and cozy smells.
Prep Time : 2 minutes
Cook Time : 30 minutes
Total Time : 32 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Other
Author: Christina Hitchcock

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • Water
  • 2 cups Whole cranberries, fresh or frozen
  • 1 large Orange, sliced
  • 4 Cinnamon sticks, broken in half
  • 1 Tablespoon Whole all spice berries
  • 1 Tablespoon Whole cloves
  • 1 Tablespoon Ground nutmeg
  • 3 Star anise pods
  • 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary

Instructions
 

  • Fill a large pot ¾ of the way with water and place it over medium high heat. If using a slow cooker, set it to low.
  • Add all of the ingredients to the pot and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and continue to simmer over low heat for several hours. Be sure to keep an eye on the water level. Add more water as needed.
  • When finished, you can cover the mixture and use it again the next day.

Christina's Notes

  • Enamel Pot: Use a large non‑reactive pot (enameled or stainless) so you’re not reacting citrus/spices with reactive surfaces.
  • Use Enough Water: Keep an eye on water level — low water = burnt ingredients + smell goes from “cozy” to “uh‑oh”.
  • Frozen Berries: Use frozen cranberries if fresh aren’t available. 
  • Reuse: You can reuse the mix for up to 2‑7 days if covered and refrigerated between uses.
  • Gift Version: assemble dry mix, or semi‑fresh mix in jar/bag with instructions. 
  • Safety Note: Don’t forget it! Put it on a back burner or use a timer so you don’t leave it unattended for long stretches.

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