Homemade Kahlua - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. instant coffee
3 c. boiling water
5 1/2 c. sugar
1 vanilla bean or 1 tsp. vanilla
1 fifth 80 proof vodka

Preparation

Dissolve coffee in boiling water; add sugar and vanilla bean or extract.
Boil for 5 minutes.
Cool.
When cold, add vodka. Stir.
Store in large bottle or jug for about 30 days.
Serve as a dessert sauce or as a liqueur.