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Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Way before we even owned a vanilla company, Chad was making this ice cream.  I’ve tried adding various toppings to this ice cream, but always end up just enjoying it plain, it is rich enough on its own!  This recipe … Continue reading

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Homemade Granola

What happens when you mix some oats, a little sweet, a bit of nut, and the scrumptious taste gourmet vanilla? You find yourself with a great tasting treat that satisfies all of your crunchy and sweet cravings. To start, mix … Continue reading

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Peanut Butter Layer Cake with Banana Icing

It’s National Peanut Butter Day!  And people, I love peanut butter.  And cake.  And bananas.  And icing.  And peanut butter.  So it seemed only natural to put them all together in celebration of this very important holiday!! Peanut Butter Layer … Continue reading

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Potato Chip Cookies

When I first found this recipe, I knew I just *had* to try it.  And let me tell you, I’m glad I did.  I mean, potato chips?  In cookies?  It was just one of those, “You have to try this … Continue reading

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Friday Night Cocktails!

It’s Friday night, and time for some cocktails!  A few weeks ago I posted a link with 102 Cocktails with Vanilla Extract.  I, um, tested a few on New Years Eve, and tonight I’m sharing my two favorites (so far)!  … Continue reading

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Homemade Honey Graham Crackers

These graham crackers were so fun to make!  They taste like graham crackers, but they have the consistency of a cookie. They are great for the kids’ lunches, or just for a snack to have around the house. Ingredients: 1/2 … Continue reading

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German Pancakes with Vanilla Buttermilk Syrup

This recipe was perfect for Sunday morning breakfast!  It was quick and easy to make, at only 30 minutes start to finish.  It made enough syrup to have on hand for awhile, which will be great for the kids’ waffles … Continue reading

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Smoothies!

With all the decadence and rich food from the holidays, I felt like a little health food was in order – and what better healthy, refreshing food than smoothies!  I made three different ones to try some variety – plus … Continue reading

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Hot Vanilla – Fun Alternative to Hot Chocolate!

I found this fun alternative to the usual cold weather favorite – hot chocolate – on Family Fun, and decided to try it! I adapted it a little, to this: Ingredients (per serving): 1 C. milk 2 tsp. sugar (I … Continue reading

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Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream

Here’s a super easy and fun recipe for whipped cream.  It has a whole vanilla bean, which adds lots of flavor, and a really rich appearance. Ingredients: 1 C. Heavy Cream 1 Whole Madagascar Vanilla Bean 1 tsp. Madagascar Vanilla … Continue reading

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