We all know that one day it’s Halloween and the next morning people are singing jingle bells!
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After tonight, it’ll be all about sleigh bells and mistletoe so how about a head start? It’s time to switch out your pumpkin scents and pick up some cinnamon and cranberry. But, before you head out and purchase a bunch of new candles and update your Febreze selection, check your pantry!
Consider simmering your own DIY holida potpourri on your stove and instantly gain some extra cozy cred.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
- 3 tangerines halved
- 3 whole cinnamon sticks
- 2 star anise gives a strong black licorice smell. optional
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean + 1 vanilla extract
- 1 small branch fresh pine
- 1 cup apple cider pomegranate or cranberry juice
- water
Directions:
- Combine all of the ingredients in a medium size sauce pot.
- Fill the pot 3/4 of the way full with water.
- Place it on the stove and bring the water to a gentle boil then reduce the heat to simmer.
- Add more water as needed.
- Let it simmer for close to 4 hours or so and then let it cool overnight.
- You can add in some more water the next day and let it simmer another four hours or so.
Your home will smell AMAZING!
