A few years ago I started this all natural holiday "simmer" in my kitchen. Whenever I want the full effect of the holidays while trimming the tree or watching a Christmas movie, this is what's brewing in my kitchen!
Ingredients:
You can add your favorites, but this is my base!
- Orange peels
- Teaspoon of cinnamon
- Teaspoon of nutmeg
- Teaspoon of whole cloves
- Teaspoon of anise seeds (they smell like Pitzelles!)
Fill a small pot with water and add all of your ingredients. Bring to a simmer and then turn it down to your lowest stove top setting.
Be sure to keep an eye on your water level, you don't want the water to run out on you (helps with humidity in the house!). I have turned it off and used it again a couple of times before I discard it. I wonder if I could put some pine needles in there?! :)
Do you have any other ideas for everyone? Comment Below!
