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| − | '''Vanilla''' is an exotic flavoring agent that is derived from the bean of the [[Vanilla Orchid]]. The bean is dried | + | '''Vanilla''' is an exotic flavoring agent that is derived from the bean of the [[Vanilla Orchid]]. The bean is cured and dried, allowing it to develop an exotic flavor. The chemical [[vanillin]] in the beans is primarily what gives the vanilla it's flavor, though . |
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| + | Natural vanilla extract is made from vanilla beans, while artificial vanilla extract is is made from [[vanillin]] extracted in trace amounts from wood, resulting in a cheaper and less potent product. Vanilla extract from Mexico should be used with caution, as health standards in [[Mexico]] allow vanilla extract to be cut with certain chemicals that contain [[carcinogens]]. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
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*[[Chlorophyll]] | *[[Chlorophyll]] | ||
*[[Yucca]] | *[[Yucca]] | ||
Revision as of 00:59, November 13, 2007
Vanilla is an exotic flavoring agent that is derived from the bean of the Vanilla Orchid. The bean is cured and dried, allowing it to develop an exotic flavor. The chemical vanillin in the beans is primarily what gives the vanilla it's flavor, though .
Natural vanilla extract is made from vanilla beans, while artificial vanilla extract is is made from vanillin extracted in trace amounts from wood, resulting in a cheaper and less potent product. Vanilla extract from Mexico should be used with caution, as health standards in Mexico allow vanilla extract to be cut with certain chemicals that contain carcinogens.