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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cups 222g Recipe makes 2 cups) The following items or measurements are not included below: 4 vanilla beans
Calories 513
Calories from Fat 0		(0%)
Amount Per Serving		%DV
	Total Fat 0.0g	0%
	Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
	Monounsaturated Fat 0.0g
	Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
	Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg		0%
Sodium 2mg		0%
Potassium 2mg		0%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g		0%
	Dietary Fiber 0.0g	0%
	Sugars 0.0g
Protein 0.0g		0%
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Kittencal's Homemade Vanilla

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By: KITTENCAL
Jun 10, 2004

This is the recipe I use for homemade vanilla it's easy to make and somewhat cheaper than the store bought --- plan ahead this needs to steep at least 2 months or even longer for a more stronger taste --- use as you would any commercial vanilla, the more vanilla beans that you use and the longer you let it sit for, the stronger the vanilla will be.

2 cups (change servings and units)

Ingredients

4-8 whole vanilla beans (cut in half)
2 cups vodka

Directions

1
Cut the vanilla beans in half lengthwise.
2
Divide among two narrow bottles that hold about 1 cup each.
3
Vanilla beans may be cut crosswise, if necessary to fit.
4
Add the vodka to cover (1 cup in each bottle).
5
Let sit for at least 2 months before using.
6
***NOTE*** You can use as many vanilla beans as you wish, they are quite expensive, so I use up to 6 and just let sit for a longer period of time for a more stronger vanilla taste, but you may certainly add in 20 if you wish, but the cost is expensive.
7
Remember, the longer the sitting time, the stronger the vanilla!

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From: Panthur

On Sep 14, 2006

I am using this same recipe to make vanilla and give as a xmas gift in small 4 ounce bottles. I have been letting it sit for over 6 months. I'll give it stars once I taste the final product. It's a good affordable gift!

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From: V'nut-Beyond Redemption

On Jan 8, 2005

This is similiar to my own recipe: 6 beans to 4 cups of rum / vodka. I usually wait 3 - 6 months before I start using it. Don't forget to shake the bottle before pouring it out.

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From: FlemishMinx

On Aug 24, 2004

I can't buy liquid vanilla here in Belgium except for 2 teaspoon bottles. This is a real problem for me as I love to bake. This recipe is a suitable alternative, and a real godsend for me. The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is because I found I had to double the quantity of vanilla beans to achieve an acceptable strength in flavor. I waited three weeks and with one bean per cup it was rather weak. Perhaps if I had waited longer it would have strengthened over time ? I will definitely be doing this one again, and if I find that with a longer aging time one bean per cup is adequate I will certainly upgrade my rating. Thanks for posting what for me has been a really helpful recipe !

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From: Laureen in B.C.

On Mar 22, 2009

Wow this is so great, I used 12 beans in a 26 oz bottle and let it sit for 6 months, it's fabulous. I've already started a 2nd batch, I just don't want to run out as I keep giving it away. Thanks Again

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