Vanilla Extract
Serves: 5
Marley Adams
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
47
Spice
51
Sweetness
52
Sourness
40
mins
Prep time (avg)
5
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
1
Rub vanilla beans with the dull edge of a knife to evenly distribute the seeds, then cut the beans in half lengthwise
2
Place in bottle of vodka
3
Seal the bottle, and set in a cool dark place for 4 to 6 months, shaking occasionally, until the flavor of the extract has mellowed
4
The clear vodka will turn a nice deep brown
5
When the extract is ready to be used, clean and sterilize several small bottle with screw-on lids, and fill with homemade extract
6
Add a label, tie on a ribbon, and you'll have a beautiful little gift to give