Hazelnut Liqueur - Frangelico

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   In a glass bottle or jar, steep the chopped hazelnuts in the vodka for about 2 weeks in a cool, dark place, gently shaking the bottle every day.

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   Gently pour the jar's contents through a regular strainer or sieve, pressing hard on the nuts to release all of their flavor.

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   Follow this by two strainings through slightly dampened cheesecloth.

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   For true clarity and professional looking results, pour the strained mixture through a large clean coffee filter placed inside a funnel or clean coffee cone; loosely cover with plastic wrap since the process may take several hours.

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   In a very small saucepan, combine the sugar and water.

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   Bring to a boil over moderately high heat.

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   Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.

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   Let cool to room temperature.

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   Stir in the vanilla.

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    Funnel the strained hazelnut mixture into a clean, sterilized, glass bottle and then funnel in the sugar syrup.

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    Cover tightly; shake to blend.

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    Let mature, at room temperature or slightly cooler, for at least three weeks.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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