Christmas Scent - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 (4-inch) sticks cinnamon
3 bay leaves
1/4 c. whole cloves
1/2 lemon, cut in half
1/2 orange, halved
1 qt. water

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in a kettle or saucepan.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer as long as needed.
Check often and add water, as needed.
Store in refrigerator and re-use.