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Vanilla Extract
Recipe courtesy of Ina Garten
Total: 720 hr 5 min
Prep: 5 min
Inactive: 720 hr
Yield: depends on bottle size
Level: Easy

Ingredients

12 vanilla beans
Vodka

Directions

Find a tall bottle that will hold at least a dozen vanilla beans. Fill the bottle with vodka. Let the beans marinate in the vodka for at least a month.

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How to Make Ina's Homemade Vanilla Extract | Barefoot Contessa: Cook Like a Pro | Food Network

[truthseeker]

She is a woman after my heart...straight to the point, clear instructions...great results.

[richboy]

I’ve watched several videos on how to do this, and Ina has the least scientific method of doing this and her looks better than all the rest! And she’s also the only one I’ve seen to not cut the pods open.

[barbzee]

I was lucky to purchase a bunch of Grade A Madagascar Bourbon beans right before the prices skyrocketed last year. This springtime, I decided it was time to put them to work, and made up seven 10-oz bottles of this stuff. I shook the bottles once a week, but otherwise they just sat all summer in a nice dark, dry place. Today I opened one ( it's been 4 months) and poured a tiny bit into a saucer, to taste it . OMG, it is heavenly! The smooth essence of vanilla lingers on the palate for several minutes, delighting the senses. I checked Amazon today, and the beans which I bought for $19.95 last year are now $99.95, a five-fold increase. I feel like I hit the jackpot, and like I need to put these 7 bottles in a safe .

[enzmondo]

We finally know what she means by “good vanilla”

[catmom]

I have done the same thing, only with whiskey. Yum!

[Blissfuljourney_]

Love it! Short & sweet! Because you are an expert! Love ya Ina!!

[mariyaa]

It’s so funny that people, “don’t like the taste of it, ” or say that, “it doesn’t taste the same, ” because we are so used to overly processed foods!! Thanks for this easy recipe!

[stacianne]

The vanilla extract sold in stores is watered down. McCormicks vanilla extract 2oz bottle currently sells for $8.99. I’ve made two 8.5 oz bottles of vanilla for home use and it’s far better than store bought. It’s so deeply rich and flavorful I use less. Plus, homemade vanilla make excellent gifts for any bakers you may know.

[lanettelawrence]

Thank you for a simple recipe on how to make vanilla extract.

[californiarose]

I use spiced rum but I score the bean before I put it in the jar to release the vanilla. Thank you Ina! I can always trust your recipes. I love your cookbooks as well.

[InItcat]

I’ve made incredible vanilla with Grade B beans but after seeing this, I bought 25 bourbon grade a beans which I won’t cut or split at all this time! Never seen the squeeze method and can’t wait to try it!! Thanks Ina!!

[brownbraids]

Thank you, Ina, for sure I will make it.

[lauraeleazer]

You are the very best at motivating and inspiring us! Thank you so much!!

[ziggy]

Now THAT is a worthy tip! Thank you SO much for sharing ❗️❤️

[seamus]

Just bought mine! Looking forward to rich vanilla extract. Thanks!

[lindanix]

Love this! Started mine the first of December and it’s coming along nicely!

[russellmckay]

Saw this episode (yours) years ago. Said would make when i could afford the beans. Finally made today. Can't wait to try in 12 to 18 monthes.
Now to make a bunch of small jars with just 2 beans in them and wait same 12 18 18 months. Will save and give as gifts. Remember to keep all beans submerged.

[nzmermaid]

Mines been going for about 10 years - and you need to add at least a couple more vanilla beans each time you top it up with vodka. More is better - but they are about $10 per bean here in NZ at the moment !!!

[azniv]

My jar has been going nearly 5 years! Will be starting another jar soon for a Christmas gift.

[garyplayer]

Making my own vanilla extract. Bought extract vanilla beans from native vanilla. Only $2 a bean and the quality was excellent.