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Holiday Potpourri Recipe
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Homemade Holiday Potpourri

A simple stovetop potpourri that fills your home with the warm, comforting scent of citrus, cinnamon, and cloves—perfect for creating a festive holiday atmosphere.
Prep Time5 minutes
Simmer Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 5 minutes
Cost: 2.35

Equipment

  • 1 Saucepan medium size
  • 1 Knife for slicing fruit
  • 1 Cutting Board for slicing fruit

Materials

  • 1 orange sliced
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 10 - 12 whole cloves
  • water

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in a medium sized saucepan and fill with water within one inch of top rim. Simmer on very low heat for a couple of hours, adding more water as necessary.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

After a few days, throw out the mixture and make a new batch.