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Holiday Simmer Pot.
Photo: Allison Cherry - Getty ImagesThere’s no better time to create a simmer pot than during the chilly fall and winter months. This season brings an abundance of seasonal fruits like pumpkins, apples, and pears—perfect for cozy recipes like simmer pots. If you're unfamiliar with simmer pots, they’re easy to make. Simply combine your favorite fruits, herbs, extracts, and spices in a pot of water, then let them simmer to naturally freshen your home. Below are a few fall and holiday-themed simmer pot ideas to keep you feeling warm and festive all season long.
1. Vanilla, Citrus, and Sage Simmer Pot
Jennifer CauseyThis simmer pot is easy to make and delightful. With just citrus, rosemary, and vanilla, you can fill your home with a cozy, refreshing aroma in under 10 minutes.
2. Stovetop Holiday Potpourri Gift Bag
Holiday Stovetop Potpourri - Old Salt Farm.
Old Salt Farm—Kierste WadeSearching for a meaningful, budget-friendly gift? Try making this Stovetop Potpourri bag by Kierste Wade of Old Salt Farm. It features three of Wade’s favorite holiday scents: peppermint, pine, and cinnamon, creating a perfect Christmas aroma, she says.
3. Gingerbread Cookie Simmer Pot
Sustainable in the Suburbs Simmer Pot.
Sarah Robertson-BarnesSurprise your family and friends with this gingerbread cookie simmer pot jar from Sarah of Sustainable in the Suburbs. This recipe combines dried ginger, cinnamon, anise, nutmeg, and cardamom to fill your home with a cozy, festive aroma.
4. Christmas Simmer Pot
The Real Food Dietitians.
The Real Food DietitiansBring some holiday joy to your home with this simmer pot by The Real Food Dietitians. This recipe includes zesty orange slices, cranberries, rosemary, fresh pine, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and nutmeg to help you celebrate the season.
5. Fall Simmer Pot
Fall Simmer Pot.
Simply Beyond HerbsIf you love everything about fall, try this simmer pot from Vladka of Simply Beyond Herbs. She suggests using seasonal fruits like pumpkins, pears, apples, or quince. She even adds treasures from her walks, like cones and rose hips!
6. Apple Orange Simmer Pot
Apple Orange Simmer Pot.
Kathleen HansenYou’ll adore this sweet, spicy, and refreshing simmer pot from Kathleen's Cravings. It combines the sweetness of apple, the bright freshness of orange, the cozy warmth of cinnamon, and the spicy kick of cloves. Perfect for warming up on a chilly day.
