Vanilla Extract

Source: Martha Stewart

adapted by http://theresalwaysthyme.blogspot.com/

makes 1 cup

2 vanilla beans, split lengthwise

1 cup unflavored vodka

Place vanilla beans in a clean jar with lid. Pour vodka over beans, and place lid on jar. Allow to sit in a cool dark place for 3 to 5 months, shaking jar occasionally. Keep topping off the jar with more vodka and add more beans to have a continued supply.