Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 What all did you do with them? I've made ice cream and creme brulee... that's about it. >~Drooling discreetly~ I got half a pound last time and loved them--and >am plotting a way to get more. >Serra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 One can use the whole bean (as you have) in dessert recipes like ice cream, custard, cakes and cookies. It is also used in several French and Mexican chicken recipes as well as seafood and marinades for meats. A cut up bean can be put in the coffee maker with the grinds to get a nice vanilla coffee Vanilla Vodka is always a nice ingredient in drinks <grinz> The alcohol extract can be used in a wide variety applications, from culinary to perfumery. The beans can also be used to make an infused oil which can be used in all kinds of toiletries. Some folks use it on themselves and around their home to deter insects. There has been concern shown about vanilla as a potential irritant or sensitizer. From the info I gathered in " Botanical Dermatology " by Mitchell and Rook many of the reactions which occurred were blamed on " transient contaminants " , molds, and or applied chemicals. Vanilla does show cross sensitization with some other ingredients such as Peruvian Balsam. Also folks who have problems with real vanilla seem to also have problems with synthetic vanillin as well ... My comment about that is how many vanilla perfumes and lotions and bubble baths, etc are floating around out there - and how popular are they? The patch tests were done at 10% alcohol dilution in acetone. There is no info from the IFRA on vanilla ... Some in aromatherapy and aromachology use it for calming, relaxation and to enhance the mood. Sloane-Kettering and other medical facilities use the vanilla aroma to calm patients undergoing MRI and CAT scans. Esoterically vanilla is said to restore lost energy and give a little extra power, open the mind and improves it, make one who wears it more attractive and bring luck and happiness to the home. I've even seen it suggested that adding 1Tbsp of vanilla extract to a gallon of paint helps cut the smell .. and rubbing vanilla on the hands before handling a fishing line effectively disguises the human scent for a more successful day. Lots of things to do with vanilla - and it all starts with the beans <grinz> *Smile* Chris (list mom) Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh, the thinks you can think up if only you try! - Dr Seuss <http://www.alittleolfactory.com/> http://www.alittleolfactory.com On Behalf Of Joshua Alexander What all did you do with them? I've made ice cream and creme brulee... that's about it. >~Drooling discreetly~ I got half a pound last time and loved them--and >am plotting a way to get more. >Serra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 I cut up some of the beans and put them in with ground coffee and had vanilla coffee!! Yummm!!!! Also, I put three of the stems in my Skyy vodka and let that steep for awhile!! Had some nice vanilla vodka martinis!!! They were really good. Now, I don't have to buy the expensive Vanilla Vodka, I make my own!! Nikie Brown After The Rayne http://www.aftertherayne.com/supplies.htm nbrown 936-203-3188 On Behalf Of Joshua Alexander Thursday, September 15, 2005 6:25 PM Uses for vanilla beans? What all did you do with them? I've made ice cream and creme brulee... that's about it. >~Drooling discreetly~ I got half a pound last time and loved them--and >am plotting a way to get more. >Serra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 gotta ask.... how do you make a vodka martini? Please Nikie tell us.... Joyce Siegert Ladybug's Creations http://www.ladybugscreations.com - " Nikie Brown - After The Rayne " <nbrown ~snip Had some nice vanilla vodka martinis!!! > They were really good. Now, I don't have to buy the expensive Vanilla > Vodka, I make my own!! > > Nikie Brown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 Making your own extract rocks! I did that with the last batch of beans I got from Chris and Ohhhhh! MUCH nicer than what I get at the grocery store--I use less and get a fuller, stronger flavor. Don't forget vanilla sugar either--I open one bean per cup of sugar and mix in (toss in the seed pod after you scrape out the seeds too--still lots of yummy vanilla oil in there), shake them all together well, then let it sit and let the sugar soak up the goodness. Wonderful in homemade hot cocoa, nice in coffee, yummy on toast in place of cinnamon sugar (or make cinnamon sugar using it--also yummy!) Hm, think that's all I do that wasn't posted already. HTH, Serra On 9/15/05, Nikie Brown - After The Rayne <nbrown wrote: > I cut up some of the beans and put them in with ground coffee and had > vanilla coffee!! Yummm!!!! Also, I put three of the stems in my Skyy vodka > and let that steep for awhile!! Had some nice vanilla vodka martinis!!! > They were really good. Now, I don't have to buy the expensive Vanilla > Vodka, I make my own!! > > Nikie Brown > After The Rayne > http://www.aftertherayne.com/supplies.htm > nbrown > 936-203-3188 > -- Reserve now for handmade 100% cotton washcloths! Information at: http://scentedbusiness.blogspot.com Note the URL change for business-related postings! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 I used some of mine to infuse in sugar to get vanilla sugar yum, I also infused some in some fresh wildflower honey it turned out great. Sandi - " Joshua Alexander " <listservs Thursday, September 15, 2005 5:25 PM Uses for vanilla beans? > What all did you do with them? I've made ice cream and creme > brulee... that's about it. > > >~Drooling discreetly~ I got half a pound last time and loved them--and > >am plotting a way to get more. > >Serra > > > > > The information contained in these e-mails is not a substitute > for diagnosis and treatment by a qualified, licensed professional. > > > Step By Step Instructions For Making Herbal Labna Cheese! So easy, SO yummy! > http://www.aromaticsage.com/cz.htm > > > To adjust your group settings (i.e. go no mail) see the following link: /join > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 Oooh, good idea--I wonder what it'd do in the buckwheat honey I just got? Serra On 9/15/05, Sandi Lundberg <injoy wrote: > I used some of mine to infuse in sugar to get vanilla sugar yum, I also > infused some in some fresh wildflower honey it turned out great. > Sandi -- Reserve now for handmade 100% cotton washcloths! Information at: http://scentedbusiness.blogspot.com Note the URL change for business-related postings! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 How about making your own vanilla extract? Julia Graber Girl By Julia Julia Graber Cregger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 Russians make their own flavored vodkas and other liquors all the time. Fill a quart jar with cherries and cover with vodka or brandy. Let sit for a month. Cherries go on ice cream, vodka goes in cordial glasses. YUM. Do the same with apricots that still have their pits. Let sit several months to get that flavor out of the pits. You can use lemon grass, any fruit, hot peppers, cinnamon sticks, etc. Whatever suits your fancy. Gayla Roberts Always Enough Ranch Acampo, California Check out our SALE PAGE at www.bouncinghoofs.com/alwaysenoughhobbysale.html A day without Bill Barnhill is like a day without sunshine! goatclearing http://coloredboers.home.att.net/always.html No one ever gets far unless he accomplishes the impossible at least once a day. Elbert Hubbard - " Nikie Brown - After The Rayne " <nbrown Thursday, September 15, 2005 5:41 PM RE: Uses for vanilla beans? >I cut up some of the beans and put them in with ground coffee and had > vanilla coffee!! Yummm!!!! Also, I put three of the stems in my Skyy > vodka > and let that steep for awhile!! Had some nice vanilla vodka martinis!!! > They were really good. Now, I don't have to buy the expensive Vanilla > Vodka, I make my own!! > > Nikie Brown > After The Rayne > http://www.aftertherayne.com/supplies.htm > nbrown > 936-203-3188 > > > > On Behalf Of Joshua Alexander > Thursday, September 15, 2005 6:25 PM > > Uses for vanilla beans? > > > What all did you do with them? I've made ice cream and creme > brulee... that's about it. > >>~Drooling discreetly~ I got half a pound last time and loved them--and >>am plotting a way to get more. >>Serra > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 Hi Julia, Yes, you can make Vanilla extract by using 24 grams of the Extract Vanilla Beans to 8oz of 80 Vodka. For that you could probably just cut the beans instead of slicing them so you wouldn't have to worry about straining the seeds out of your extract. But, I'm sure you'll have several people here who could tell you more on how they did it and what worked for them. Nikie Brown After The Rayne http://www.aftertherayne.com/supplies.htm nbrown 936-203-3188 On Behalf Of grabergirlbyjulia Thursday, September 15, 2005 9:59 PM Re: Uses for vanilla beans? How about making your own vanilla extract? Julia Graber Girl By Julia Julia Graber Cregger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 Instead of Vodka can I use Bourbon? I like the bourbon extract better. Julia Graber Girl By Julia Julia Graber Cregger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 But I like the seeds Instead of vanilla extract, I use a vanilla bean paste: http://shop.bakerscatalogue.com/items/item1450.html > For that you could probably just cut the beans >instead of slicing them so you wouldn't have to worry about straining the >seeds out of your extract. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 Oooh I know Nikie saw a recipe for the paste somewhere ... *Smile* Chris (list mom) Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh, the thinks you can think up if only you try! - Dr Seuss Vanilla Bean Blow Out! <http://www.alittleolfactory.com/> http://www.alittleolfactory.com On Behalf Of Joshua Alexander But I like the seeds Instead of vanilla extract, I use a vanilla bean paste: http://shop.bakerscatalogue.com/items/item1450.html > For that you could probably just cut the beans >instead of slicing them so you wouldn't have to worry about straining the >seeds out of your extract. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 Hi Julia, That should work. You're just looking for something with 80 proof alcohol. Nikie Brown After The Rayne http://www.aftertherayne.com/supplies.htm nbrown 936-203-3188 On Behalf Of grabergirlbyjulia Thursday, September 15, 2005 11:32 PM Re: RE: Uses for vanilla beans? Instead of Vodka can I use Bourbon? I like the bourbon extract better. Julia Graber Girl By Julia Julia Graber Cregger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 Well, truthfully, I make them the wrong way, but my stepmom doesn't seem to mind and they are really, really good! I take some of my Vanilla Vodka, add a splash of Vermouth, squeeze some lime juice all into a shaker. Add some ice. Shake just a tad and pour into some martini glasses. Adjust for flavor, if need be and wallah, my version of a Vanilla Vodka martini! HTH, Nikie Brown After The Rayne http://www.aftertherayne.com/supplies.htm nbrown 936-203-3188 On Behalf Of Ladybugscreations.com Thursday, September 15, 2005 8:23 PM Re: Uses for vanilla beans? gotta ask.... how do you make a vodka martini? Please Nikie tell us.... Joyce Siegert Ladybug's Creations http://www.ladybugscreations.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 Thanks Nikie! Now can you tell me how to cook the Soy Beans like you did in Salado? I know it was probably just water and salt but they were GOOD! Joyce Siegert Ladybug's Creations http://www.ladybugscreations.com - " Nikie Brown - After The Rayne " <nbrown ~snip my version of a Vanilla Vodka martini! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 That's it. I lead a simple life, can you tell? Nikie Brown After The Rayne http://www.aftertherayne.com/supplies.htm nbrown 936-203-3188 On Behalf Of Ladybugscreations.com Friday, September 16, 2005 9:13 AM Re: Uses for vanilla beans? Thanks Nikie! Now can you tell me how to cook the Soy Beans like you did in Salado? I know it was probably just water and salt but they were GOOD! Joyce Siegert Ladybug's Creations http://www.ladybugscreations.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 17, 2005 Report Share Posted September 17, 2005 My suggestion: pour vanilla vodka into shaker with ice... shake... pour into chilled martini glass... serve As in these directions I found online: The Vanilla Martini: At The Spice House we import three different types of vanilla beans; Mexican, Madagascar, and Tahitian. The Mexican vanilla used to be some of the best, but has fallen way behind the others in recent years. The Madagascar is now the standard, and the Tahitian is the absolute top of the line! Take one vanilla bean (I suggest a Tahitian) and place it in a martini shaker full of gin, or yes even vodka. Leave it sit at room temperature, with the top on tight, for a full two weeks at least. The longer you wait the stronger the vanilla taste will be. After at least two weeks, put the shaker in the freezer overnight. When you are ready, take out your shaker, add a cherry if you like to garnish, and gently pour into a frozen martini glass for refreshing enjoyment! Also found this: Vanilla Martini - 1 oz Vanilla Stoli Vodka - .5 oz Triple Sec - .5 oz Sweet And Sour Mix - 1 dash(es) Grenadine - 1 dash(es) Vanilla Extract - 1 - Cherry Directions/Comments: Pour ingredients over ice and shake! Strain ice and serve in Cocktail Glass! Sounds nasty to me, but my ex-bartender boyfriend says it could be ok. Found an idea for a creme brulee martini... - vanilla vodka - frangelico - cointreau - cream Didn't give proportions. Lots of other vanilla recipes here: http://www.vangoghvodka.com/flavored_vanilla.htm -Josh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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