FKN-Systems

Title: Vanilla Extract
Categories: Alcohol, Herbs/spice, Information
Yield: 1 servings

======== FROM: ALLISON COZZI ========
2 ea Whole vanilla beans 1/2 c Water
1 1/2 c Vodka (the cheap-o stuff 1 c Granulated sugar
-works just fine)

In a 3 cup glass container with a tight fitting lid, combine vanilla
beans with the vodka. Cap and allow to "steep" at room temperature
for three weeks. Remove vanilla beans and strain liquid through a
cheesecloth, if necessary. In a medium saucepan, combine water and
sugar, stirring constantly, until it comes to a boil and sugar
dissolves. Remove from heat and cool. Stir into vodka that has been
strained. Pour mixture into a bottle; cap and allow to sit at room
temperature one month. Yield:2 cups vanilla extract

Submitted By PAT STOCKETT On 11-17-94