Christmas Scent - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 cinnamon sticks, 4-inch
3 large bay leaves
1/4 cup whole cloves
1/2 lemon, cut in half
1/2 orange, cut in half
1 quart water

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.
Bring to a boil.
Simmer as long as desired.
Check water level often & add more water as needed.
Can store in refrigerator & re-used.
Add more spice & fruit if needed, along with water.