Vanilla Bean Paste
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Weigh out 2 ounces of vanilla beans.
- 2Cut the vanilla beans into thirds.
- 3Put the cut vanilla beans into a blender.
- 4Add 1 cup of sugar to the blender.
- 5Add 6 ounces (3/4 cup) of 80 proof bourbon (or other alcohol) to the blender.
- 6Add 1/3 cup of water to the blender.
- 7Add 2 tablespoons of corn syrup (or honey) to the blender.
- 8Blend the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes.
- 9Optionally, add 1/4 to 1/8 teaspoon of xanthan gum to the mixture.
- 10Pour the vanilla bean paste into jars.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vanilla beans
- 1 cup sugar
- 0.75 cup alcohol of choice (80-100 proof)
- 0.33 cup water
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup
- 0.25 teaspoon xanthan gum
Equipment
blenderkitchen scalecutting boardknifejars