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Vanilla Sugar

Vanilla Sugar

A method for making vanilla sugar for Passover use, as a substitute for vanilla extract. A vanilla bean is infused in granulated sugar in an airtight jar.

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Processed by Claude

Ingredients

  • ●1 vanilla bean
  • ●2 lbs (910g) granulated sugar

Instructions

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    Step 1: Take one vanilla bean and cut it into 4 or 5 pieces.

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    Step 2: Put the pieces in an air-tight jar mixed with 2 lbs. granulated sugar.

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    Step 3: Screw the lid down firmly.

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    Step 4: Allow vanilla to permeate the sugar at least 24 hours before using.

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    Step 5: The same bean can be used repeatedly for about 2 months, refilling the jar with sugar as needed.

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    Step 6: To use in a recipe calling for vanilla extract, use vanilla sugar in the amount called for equivalent to the sugar measurement, eliminating the vanilla. For example, if a recipe calls for 1 cup sugar and 1 tsp. vanilla, use 1 cup vanilla sugar instead.