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Small bottle of limoncello with a vanilla bean on a wooden table.

Homemade Vanilla Limoncello

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This traditional Italian liqueur is very simple to make at home. I added a vanilla bean, and it mellowed the sharp sugary lemon flavor the regular drink has. It keeps for months and can be frozen. 

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 cups

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Prepare limoncello according to the recipe’s directions, adding the beans with the vodka in the first step.
  2. After adding the syrup, transfer the vanilla bean to the final jar.
  3. It will have more vanilla flavor as the weeks go by.
  4. Store in the freezer or a dry, dark place like a pantry cabinet. 
  5. Serve it cold in shot glasses.

Notes

  • Omit the vanilla bean and you have regular limoncello liqueur.
  • Author: Paula Montenegro
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Infusing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://vintagekitchennotes.com/homemade-vanilla-limoncello/