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      Title: Vanilla Cordial
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      Yield: 7 Cups
 
      3 c  Water
      2 c  Firmly packed dark brown
           Sugar
      1 c  Sugar
      1    Vanilla bean; split
           .. lengthwise
           -=OR=-
    1/4 c  To 1/2 vanilla extract
      1 qt Light rum
 
  In a large saucepan, combine water, sugars, and
  vanilla bean, if used. Bring to a boil over
  moderate heat and boil for 5 minutes, stirring
  occasionally. Remove from the heat and let cool.
  
  Add the rum and vanilla extract, if using. Pour
  into 2 quart-sized bottles with tight fitting
  covers. Let stand 2 weeks, shaking occasionally.
  Remove the vanilla bean, if used, before serving.
 
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