Works For Me Wednesday - Homemade Vanilla

I’ve decided to finally participate in Works For Me Wednesday instead of just reading all of the great tips.

I haven’t bought vanilla in the store for several years. I’ve started making my own. Here is the recipe. Combine:

  • 1 bottle vodka
  • 4-5 vanilla beans

Store in a cool dark place (such as a cupboard or closet) for 4 weeks. Shake the bottle several times a week. The vanilla extract is now ready to use. I usually leave the vanilla beans in the bottle or you can remove them.

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August 30, 2006 | Filed Under Recipes, Works For Me Wednesday 

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4 Responses to “Works For Me Wednesday - Homemade Vanilla”

  1. LammyAnn on August 30th, 2006 12:52 pm

    Huh. Never thought about that.
    Now I’m curious about what vanilla is made of.

  2. Shalee on August 30th, 2006 4:05 pm

    I’m with LammyAnn. Is that what vanilla really is? If so, why does it taste so badly because I like vodka!

  3. MamaDuck on August 30th, 2006 4:18 pm

    Really?? Vodka?? Wouldn’t buying that and the beans be more expensive than buying vanilla? Of course, for all the time I use vanilla, a tiny bottle would last forever….

    Our tip is up and we’re also hosting the Carnival of the Vanities today – busy day in duck-land!

  4. Fisher Family on August 30th, 2006 4:38 pm

    VERY interesting…..ours is up!

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