Vanilla Extract
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Ingredients for 0
3 3/4 C 80 proof vodka
5 vanilla beans
Directions
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Step 1
Fill 4 sterilized pint jars evenly with vodka, making sure to not fill above the bottom ring on the jar..
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Step 2
Slit each vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape the inside of the bean with a knife to loosen the seeds from the bean. Place the removed seeds equally between the jars of vodka.
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Step 3
Cut each bean in half and place them equally between the jars.
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Step 4
With a clean cloth, wipe rim of each jar and place a sterile lid and ring on each jar. Finger-tighten the rings only. If you over tighten, the jar will break.
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Step 5
Immerse jars in sous vide and process at 140° for 7.5 hours.
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Finishing Steps
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Step 0
Remove from water bath and let cool.
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Step 1
Gently shake each jar once or twice a day for two weeks.
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Step 2
Rebottle as desired and enjoy.
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Step 3
Note: do not process in the sous vide for longer than 8 hours.