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Williams Sonoma Simmer Pot

Fill your home with a cozy, aromatic blend of fresh, woodsy rosemary, lemon, and sweetly warm vanilla, just like you would experience at Williams Sonoma. This Williams Sonoma-inspired signature simmer pot recipe is so easy that everyone can bring a little luxury-store magic into their own kitchen.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Simmer 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 lemons
  • 5 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • ½ tsp whole peppercorns optional

Instructions

Stovetop Instructions

  • Start by slicing the lemons into rounds.
  • Add all of the ingredients to a large pot.
  • Fill the pot three-quarters full with water.
  • Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring to a quick boil. Reduce the heat to a low simmer.
  • Let the pot simmer on the stovetop for up to eight hours. Check on it every thirty minutes and add more water as needed to prevent burning.
  • Once you have finished with it, strain the ingredients and discard.

Slow Cooker Instructions

  • Add everything to your slow cooker, fill it three-quarters full with water, heat on high until steaming, then reduce to low with the lid off. Top up with water as needed.

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