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Winter Evergreen Simmer Pot

Make your home smell cozy with this simple winter evergreen simmer pot recipe using fresh greenery, cranberries, cinnamon, cloves, and seasonal ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 simmer pot

Equipment

  • 1 medium pot

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cedar tips
  • 1 cup eastern hemlock or pine needles
  • 1 cup frozen or fresh cranberries
  • 4-5 whole cloves
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 4 cups water

Instructions
 

  • 1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized pot, combine the cedar tips, hemlock needles, cranberries, cloves, and cinnamon sticks.
  • 2. Add Water: Pour in 4 cups of water, ensuring that the ingredients are mostly submerged. Add more water if needed to cover the ingredients.
  • 3. Simmer on the Stovetop: Place the pot on the stovetop over low to medium heat.
  • 4. Bring to a Simmer: Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer. Be cautious not to let it boil rapidly; a low simmer will gradually release the aromas.
  • 5. Adjust Water Levels: Keep an eye on the water level and add more if it reduces too much during the simmering process.
  • 6. Simmer and Enjoy: Let the simmer pot continue on low heat for as long as you desire, typically at least an hour. The longer it simmers, the more the aroma will fill your home.

Notes

Add water as needed and never let the pot simmer dry out.