Recent content by CraZyChef86

Yes, i would highly recommend using real vanilla beans, as opposed to the extract. I think the flavor is just much deeper, more rich, and smoother. I'm sure World Market will have vanilla beans, but make sure they are not dried out, as dried beans are very difficult to cook with! Both my wife...

That sounds wonderful! If I ever make it to Mexico, Tahiti, or Madagascar, I would love to visit a vanilla farm! As for now, I will have to settle for what I can purchase online!

I have always prefered using real, 100% pure vanilla extract, especially for baking! It gives a deeper, richer flavor that the imitation vanilla extract. I have also found that it is fun to make your own extract as well! That way you can kind of dictate the flavor you want (based on the type of...

Smoked Gouda! BBQ sauce or Marinade?

I always buy my vanilla online. The local store charges $15 for 2 dried out beans! I have bought from a handful of online stores, but have found the best quality beans come from a company called Beanilla Trading Company. You can find them online at LINK REMOVED. They have several types of...