Kahlua - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 fifth 80 or 100 proof vodka
1/4 c. freeze-dried instant coffee
4 c. sugar
3 c. water
1 vanilla bean

Preparation

Mix sugar, water and coffee.
Bring to a boil.
After mixture has completely cooled, add vodka and put in half gallon jar. Add vanilla bean.
Let stand for 30 days, but turn each day.
Strain through cheesecloth after 30 days.
Enjoy!