Winter Simmer Pots

One of the things I love about winter is making meals that make the house smell amazing. On days when I don’t have time to cook or don’t want to, I also love using simmer pots. Simmer Pots are incredibly simple, and there are so many different things that you can do with them. A simmer pot is a pot of your choice filled with water and other ingredients, which you can gently simmer on the stove to make your home smell amazing. I also love mini crockpots for this, if you have one. It can help to add some humidity to your home if your air is dry from running the heat. You add the ingredients to the pot, put it on low, and you can top it off with more water as needed or desired. If you have a wood stove, this is also amazing. When we burned with a wood stove, I would keep a cast-iron pot on top, filled with water and other goodies. So what do you want to add? Here are some of my favorites to help boost that warm energy in winter! You can mix and match them however you want, depending on the scent or energy that you are looking for.

All Spice (the dried berries, not the seasoning mix) – Brings energy of prosperity, energy, and luck. It can help you find things you are passionate about and increase your passion in your life.

Bay Leaves – Bay leaves attract some of the best energy, love, abundance and wealth.  It is said that they will bring good fortune your way.

Cinnamon – For this, I love cinnamon sticks. Cinnamon is known for bringing energy of prosperity, abundance, and good fortune. It is also great for protection and helping to reduce negative energy.

Cranberries – They make the simmer pot look so pretty! They also bring energy of love and passion. What’s not to like?

Cloves (whole if you can) – This is another wonderful spice that brings energy of protection and prosperity. It can also bring energy that helps with love.

Evergreen – Some evergreen trees smell so amazing. If you find a branch that has come down during a storm, there is a good chance it will make your house smell amazing. Give it a try!

Nutmeg-Attracts energy of money, abundance, and happiness. It is another spice that is also good for protection. A lot of my favorite herbs and spices in winter are great for energy and protection.

Orange – One of my favorites any time of year. It brings bright, positive, and uplifting energy to the home. It can help elevate happiness and inspiration.

Rosemary – Brings strong energy of cleansing and protection. Rosemary is not one of my favorites, but I know so many people who love it that I wanted to be sure to include it. It is a great herb to work with for clarity, remembrance, and/or connections to those on the other side.

Vanilla Extract – Warm and comforting, I always love the smell of vanilla. It brings the energy of love, making you feel more relaxed and settled. It can also help bring clarity through relaxation. I personally love vanilla and cinnamon together. 🙂

These are just a few of my favorite ingredients that you can combine however you like. Most of them make excellent tea as well! (not the evergreen) I hope you enjoy making simmer pots with them and they warm up the last half of winter for you!

Have an amazingly magickal day!

Much Love and Many Blessings,

Jasmeine Moonsong