One of the very best inexpensive gifts that will impress even the biggest foodies is homemade vanilla extract. It's a gift that's meaningful, useful, and oh so delicious — and the process to make it ...

Did you know that you can make your own homemade extracts? Just like making your own medical tinctures, you can make extracts to spice up your life. For those of you who have made tinctures before, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're not making vanilla extract from scratch, you absolutely should be. Not only is it a great way to add a personal touch to your baking ...

The Totonacs of Veracruz, Mexico were the first known people to cultivate vanilla. By the 1400s, the Aztecs were using it to sweeten chocolate. After Spanish explorer Hernán Cortés brought the pods ...

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - If you’ve ever wanted to try making your own vanilla extract, now is the perfect time! It’s easy and fun to make, it’s much more economical than buying small bottles of it at the ...

I think you'll find a lot of my recipes and tips entail getting away from relying on the grocery store for items you can easily make at home - among these are peanut butter (my absolute favorite!), ...

When it comes to holiday baking, few flavors can elevate your creations quite like vanilla extract. Its rich, aromatic flavor is an essential ingredient, enhancing your cookies, cakes, pies (and also ...