Vanilla Bean Iced Coffee

1. 1

   In a pitcher, stir the ground coffee into 4 cups water.

2. 2

   Cover and let rest at room temperature overnight or for at least 12 hours.

3. 3

   In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the vanilla beans, milk, and sugar.

4. 4

   Bring the mixture to a simmer and immediately remove from the heat.

5. 5

   Allow to steep for about 20 minutes.

6. 6

   Select 4 tumblers.

7. 7

   Strain the coffee through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl.

8. 8

   Strain again through a coffee filter into a large, clean pitcher.

9. 9

   Fill the glasses with ice cubes.

10. 10

    Pour the coffee into the glasses, filling them within 1 inch of the rim.

11. 11

    Top each glass with 1/4 cup of the vanilla flavored milk.

12. 12

    Garnish each drink with a vanilla bean pod and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.