Vanilla Extract
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Homemade vanilla extract made by steeping vanilla beans in high-proof alcohol. Use in baking and desserts.
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Cut lengthwise in half: 5 vanilla beans
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Step 2.
Using the tip of a spoon, scrape the seeds from the pods. Place the pods and seeds in a pint jar. Cover with: 1 cup high-proof alcohol such as Everclear, vodka, or overproof rum
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Step 3.
Close the jar tightly and shake every so often. When the alcohol is deep brown, 1 to 1 ½ months, the vanilla is ready to use.
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