Homemade Vanilla Extract!
Split vanilla beans lengthwise (using a scissors or paring knife), down the center to expose the seeds,
keeping the ends of the beans intact. The seeds inside the vanilla bean are called the “caviar.”
Place one full split bean, folded in half, in a 4 ounce bottle. I use one bean per 4 ounce bottle and feel it’s enough. If you like you can add 2 beans for a fuller flavor.
Note: Five beans per 16 ounces of alcohol is the ratio that the FDA requires for commercial production of a single-fold vanilla extract. This ratio is the most important aspect of making homemade vanilla.
Using a funnel, fill with high-quality vodka, rum or brandy, covering the top of the beans.
Seal bottles and let steep for 6 to 8 weeks in a cool, dark place such as a pantry. Shake the bottle 1-3 times a week, until ready to use. The extract will last practically forever.
Eventually, the beans will lose their strength, but they should maintain their flavor for many months. Add more alcohol as needed to keep the bottle replenished – you will never run out of extract. At some point you might want to add a couple of split fresh vanilla beans to the bottle.
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2012-09-25 16:06:04
Source: http://in-homeculinaryclasses.blogspot.com/2012/09/homemade-vanilla-extract.html
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