Thanksgiving Simmer Pot
The Thanksgiving version of our signature simmer pot features a cozy combination of aromatics, including orange slices, cinnamon, vanilla and hibiscus-fig mulling spices. Let the ingredients gently simmer while you prepare for the big meal, or place a pot on the stove right before guests arrive to welcome them with the scents of the season.
Ingredients
- 1 orange, cut into slices
1 apple, cut into slices
- 1/2 cup (1 1/2 oz./45 g) Hibiscus-Fig Mulling Spices
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp. Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp. 5-Pepper Blend Peppercorns
- 2 cinnamon sticks (optional)
- 8 cups (64 fl. oz./1.9 l) water
Directions
In a Dutch oven, combine the orange slices, apple slices, mulling spices, bay leaf, vanilla, peppercorns and cinnamon sticks, if using. Cover with the water and bring to a simmer over low heat. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for up to 2 hours.
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