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 ...

Bakers, this is required reading.

Vanilla is a baking staple that comes in a variety of different types. The ingredient is required in nearly every dessert recipe, whether it is a no-bake banana pudding or a layered birthday cake. The ...

Bakers, we know there are a few ingredients you never want to do without: flour, sugar, butter, eggs and vanilla extract. Whether it’s the star of the show, in vanilla cheesecake for example, or a ...

Pure vanilla extract boosts the flavor of desserts with its complex, subtle taste compared to imitation vanilla. Checking labels for "pure" ensures you're using real vanilla beans and avoiding ...