Scents of the Season

Fill your home with the irresistible aromas of Thanksgiving. A stove-top steamer makes it easy. Fill it halfway with water; then add fruit slices and a few whole spices. Bring them to a boil, and simmer on low heat for up to two hours.

• Good mulling choices include whole cloves, cinnamon sticks, whole allspice, apples, oranges, lemons, limes, and fresh sprigs of rosemary or thyme. Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite fragrance.