Fresh Fruit Potpourri

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Fresh Fruit Potpourri

Ingredients and Materials: Decorative container of your choiceDried orangesDried lemonsDried applesCinnamon sticksBay leavesStar aniseCardamomDried cranberries If you have a dehydrator, dry the fruit in it; otherwise place the sliced fruit in the oven at 200 degrees for as long as 24 hours. In the microwave it takes about an hour at 30 percent power. Once the fruit is dried, add the cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, star anise, cardamom and dried cranberries. Mix and pour into a decorative container. (Note: The purpose of potpourri is to be fragrant and decorative, but this potpourri is completely natural and therefore safe to use around children and pets.