Autumn Simmer Pot

Cozy Autumn Simmer Pot Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 orange, sliced

• 1 apple, sliced

• 2–3 cinnamon sticks

• 2–3 star anise (optional, but beautiful + fragrant)

• 1 teaspoon whole cloves

• 1–2 sprigs fresh rosemary (adds a crisp fall forest note)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or half a vanilla bean)

• 4 cups water

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to a medium pot.

2. Fill with water until everything is just covered.

3. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to the lowest simmer.

4. Let it simmer uncovered, adding more water as needed, for several hours.

Tips ✨

• For extra warmth, toss in a few slices of fresh ginger.

• To make it more festive, add a small handful of cranberries for color and tang.

• You can reuse the same pot for a day or two—just keep adding water.

Variations

• Sweet Autumn Glow: Orange + apple + cinnamon + vanilla bean.

• Cozy Cabin: Pine sprigs + rosemary + clove + cedar chips (if available).

• Holiday Twist: Add cranberries + nutmeg for a Christmasy feel.

This simmer pot isn’t just about fragrance—it feels like a ritual. As it bubbles gently, it sets the coziest autumn mood in your home.