Homemade Vanilla

Directions

1. 1
   Slice the vanilla beans length-wise and scrape the seeds out.
2. 2
   Cut the empty pods into 1-2 inch pieces and add both the seeds and pods to a one pint (2-cup) glass jar. (I used the alcohol bottles so I wouldn't mix up the different versions.).
3. 3
   Add vodka.
4. 4
   Seal jar with canning lid and ring or cap and shake vigorously.
5. 5
   Label and date the jar with the start date and the end date, six months from today.
6. 6
   Place jar in a cupboard, away from sunlight.
7. 7
   Shake jar once a day for a week, then once a week for a couple months, then once a month until mature.
8. 8
   After 6 months you can strain out the extract, leaving any seeds & pods in the jar and start a second batch.
9. 9
   The second batch may take longer to mature.