Vanilla Extract (Cooks Illustrated)
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Prep Time
5 min
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Cook Time
10 min
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Servings
1 serving(s)
Tags
Gluten Free, No Meat, No Pork, No Red Meat, Breakfast, Dessert, Easy To Make, Quick
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Split a vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Place in a 1-cup sealable container.
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Very carefully and slowly, heat the vodka in a medium or large saucepan- the fumes can catch fire, so you want to be sure nothing flammable is nearby.
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Pour the hot vodka into the container. Cool to room temperature.
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Seal and store at room temperature for one week, shaking gently every day.
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Strain, if desired, and store in cool, dark place.
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The extract should keep indefinitely.