Homemade Kahlua
["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"]
["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."]
["instant coffee", "boiling water", "sugar", "vanilla bean", "vodka"]