Category: Food Substitutes

If you love baking with vanilla extract, you might not know exactly what’s in it. Well, today we’re going to let you in on a little secret. McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract is made from the best ingredients money can buy. That’s right, McCormick uses the highest quality vanilla beans grown by hand on family farms…

First, the basics. You need to know when to use pure vanilla extract and when it’s okay to use imitation vanilla extract. You also need to know when it’s best to use the liquid version of the vanilla. Pure vanilla beans are available in pod form, whole bean form, cut bean form, and in liquid.…

So you’ve finally decided to ditch the gluten, but now you’re at a loss as to what to put in your vanilla ice cream? There’s no need to panic, because we have just the solution for you! In this informative and factual blog post, we will teach you how to make gluten-free vanilla extract from…

As the temperature rises, our thoughts turn to ice cream. This summer’s must-have flavor is Bourbon Vanilla Bean Truffle Ice Cream, and it’s easy to see why. It’s whipped up in mere minutes and easier than ever to make thanks to this fail-proof recipe and the perfect topping: luxurious chocolate chips! Do you want a…

Travelling soon? Tired of airport food? You can save yourself a lot of trouble simply by stocking your pantry with some Trader Joe’s vanilla bean paste, and you’ll never have to sacrifice on quality! This delicious flavor booster comes in a lovely glass jar, perfect for gifting too. The paste is made from organic Madagascar…

McCormick Imitation Vanilla Flavor is a gluten-free flavoring that can be used in recipes that call for vanilla extract. The flavor is made from the extract of malt-flavored crystals, alcohol, glycerin, and water. It is also gluten-free. Imitation vanilla flavor is not a suitable substitute for pure vanilla extract. It has a less intense flavor,…

What is the difference between vanilla extract and vanilla beans Vanilla extract is made with alcohol, sugar and vanilla bean extracts. Vanilla beans are used for making vanilla frosting, spaghetti sauce, homemade ice cream, mousse, custards or desserts.  What is the difference between real vanilla and imitation vanilla In some countries like France, it is…

A waffle with a vanilla glaze made with pure vanilla extract. When you think of things that smell like vanilla, what comes to mind? Most people think of vanilla extract. Vanilla extract is made by steeping ground-up orchid beans in a large batch of boiled alcohol, which concentrates the flavors and gives the liquid an…

Don’t be left wondering — it’s important to know the signs of a long-gone bottle of vanilla extract so you can toss it and buy a new one! Read on to learn more about how to identify the common causes of spoilage and what you can do to keep your flavored extracts fresh for longer.…