Lavender Simmer Pot
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A fragrant lavender simmer pot recipe with notes of bright lemon and earthy sage, plus the tiniest hint of warm vanilla. Make it with fresh flowers during the spring and summer months, or double the dried lavender for a winter pick-me-up!
What Inspired This Lavender Simmer Pot?
I always have an herb garden of some kind going, whether in the ground, on the balcony, or planted in pots on the windowsill. And, along with basil and mint, lavender is one of my absolute favorite herbs to grow and use in my kitchen. I’m forever adding lavender to recipes, from homemade ice cream and lavender sugar cookies to lavender marshmallows and lavender simple syrup. I’ve used it in simmer pots before, like my spring simmer pot with blueberries, lavender, and thyme, but I’ve never designed a simmer pot recipe with lavender as the star ingredient. Not long ago I found myself with lots of lemons and fresh garden lavender left over after developing these lavender lemon tartlets, so it felt like the perfect time to create a lavender and lemon scented simmer pot.
Star Ingredients
- Lavender – You’ll need a small bunch of fresh lavender, plus five grams (about three tablespoons) of dried lavender. (Save the rest of the dried lavender to make sugar cubes, shortbread, or lavender whipped cream!) If you’re making this recipe in winter and can’t find fresh lavender flowers, double the amount of dried lavender instead.
- Sage – Fresh sage adds an earthy, herbal note to my fragrance blend. If you don’t like or can’t find sage, you can replace it with another fresh, green herb, like rosemary or thyme, or a combination of the two. Do not use dried herbs for this, or any of my simmer pots. They lack the scent of fresh herbs, and are not very pretty to look at, either.
- Lemon – Bright citrus-y sliced lemon complements the floral and herbal notes. You can increase the amount of lemon (or even add a few drops of lemon oil for a more citrus-forward scent) or replace it with another citrus fruit, such as orange or lime. Take the time to slice the fruit very thinly, or the slices will sink to the bottom of the pot.
- Vanilla – This simmer pot works best with a whole vanilla pod, split lengthwise. If you don’t have whole vanilla pods or if they’re too expensive where you live, you can substitute a tablespoon of vanilla bean paste.
Lavender Simmer Pot
- Total Time5 minutes
- Yield1 simmer pot 1x
A fragrant lavender simmer pot recipe with fresh and dried lavender flowers, vanilla, lemon, and leaves of fresh sage.
Ingredients
Small bunch fresh lavender
5 grams dried lavender buds (3 tablespoons)
Small bunch fresh sage
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 vanilla pod, split lengthwise, or 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
Instructions
Fill a large stock pot with water, allowing a few inches of space at the top.
Add all ingredients to the pot.
Bring to a gentle simmer on the stovetop.
Simmer over low heat for as long as desired, topping up with additional water as necessary.
Notes
You can save and re-use this simmer pot. After simmering, remove the pot from the stovetop and cover with a lid. When ready to re-use, remove the lid and “top up” the pot with clean water, along with fresh lavender and sage.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Simmer Pots
- Method: Stovetop
How to Safely Use a Simmer Pot
Never leave a simmer pot unattended. Stay nearby to keep an eye on the stove, “topping up” with more water as needed. Do not allow the simmer pot to run dry. Take extra caution if you have young children or pets nearby. And remember that this simmer pot recipe is designed for fragrance only. When you’re done enjoying the scent, pass the contents through a colander to drain, then discard the water-logged fruit, herbs, and flowers with compost or regular household waste.
Other Lavender Recipes You Might Enjoy
Homemade Sugar Cubes with Lavender
Lavender Hot Chocolate
Lavender Shortbread
Iced Tea with Lavender
Lavender Marshmallows
Lavender Ice Cream
And if you do make these, or any of my recipes, don’t forget to tag me @bastecutfold or use the hashtag #bastecutfold on Instagram. I always love to see what you’re making!
