Vanilla Extract

Ingredients for 0

• 3 cups 80 proof vodka

• 6 vanilla beans

Directions

• Step 1

  Split each bean lengthwise and scrap seeds into vodka.

• Step 2

  Cut remaining split beans into two pieces

• Step 3

  Place vodka mixture into 3 sterilized pinto jars. Do not fill jars above bottom screw ring.

• Step 4

  Place sterilized lids and rings on jars. Tighten rings only to finger tightness, if it is over-tightened. The jar will break.

• Step 5

  Place jars in sous vide at 140° for no more than 8 hours.

• Finishing Steps

• Step 0

  Remove jars from sous vide and cool. Shake jars once or twice per day for 3 weeks.

• Step 1

  Put vanilla into clean decorative jars. I include beans and seeds. Label and it is ready to use.

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