How Do I Use Whole Vanilla Beans?

First time cooking with whole vanilla beans? No problem! This is the best way to use vanilla in it's most pure and unrefined state. To use your new vanilla bean, simply grab your favorite cutting board and sharp knife. Cut each end off the vanilla bean. Next, slice the through the vanilla bean lengthwise. Do not be afraid to use some force here as vanilla beans can have a tough skin. Now that the bean is cut into halves it is time to remove the paste from inside the bean. Hold your knife perpendicular to the bean and scrape. It is that easy!

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