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Summer Simmer Pot

A refreshing and aromatic simmer pot recipe perfect for summer, filling your home with delightful scents of citrus and herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, scent
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Citrus Fruits
  • 2 pieces oranges sliced
  • 1 piece lemon sliced
  • 1 piece lime sliced
Herbs and Spices
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 2 sticks cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon honey optional for sweetness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the oranges, lemon, and lime into thin rounds.
  2. Gather fresh mint leaves and cinnamon sticks.
Cooking
  1. In a saucepan, combine the sliced citrus fruits, mint leaves, cinnamon sticks, and water.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 1-2 hours.
  4. Add honey if desired for sweetness during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
  5. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 8gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This simmer pot can be adjusted with different fruits and herbs based on personal preference. Keep an eye on the water level and add more as needed to prevent burning.

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