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Simmering Potpourri Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
3 Cinnamon Sticks (may substitute with 1-2 Tbsp, ground Cinnamon)
3 Bay Leaves
1/4 C. Whole Cloves
Lemons, quartered (use as many as you like)
Oranges, quartered (use as many as you like)
Water
Directions:
Directions:
Combine all ingredients together in a saucepan and add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer as long as desired (you can use a crock pot as well). Check often and add additional water as needed.
Mixture may be stored in refrigerator for several days and reused,

For extra spicy smell, add nutmeg, allspice, etc. This is a great way to use up those "not so good" lemons and oranges you have forgotten about!
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
This makes your house smell wonderful, especially during the holidays. I received this from my cousin, Phyllis Polk Hardee Deagan on November 11, 2009.

 

 

 

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