Not a definative answer but I just read many reviews of vanilla bean paste and all talked about keeping it on the shelf or in the pantry. I just bought my first bottle yesterday so I was also wondering as to storage.
No. In fact, vanilla should not be stored in the refrigerator. The cold could possibly damage the flavor of the vanilla.
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No you do not need to refrigerate extracts after opening. Such as Vanilla or Almond extract. They are perfectly fine to be stored in the cupboard and often mix better when the other ingredients are more room temperature as well.
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Yes you will need to refrigerate after opening, but it doesn't need to be refrigerated if still sealed.
you need to use and least 5 table spoons of vanilla extract
No, it does not.
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No, you would not use the same amount of vanilla extract as you would vanilla flavoring. Vanilla extract is pure and stronger than vanilla flavoring, so you would probably need two or three times the amount of flavoring as you would for the extract.
Yes. It really should have been refrigerated before opening, too.
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Using a good quality Vanilla Extract one teaspoon (5ml) will provide the same flavour as one bean. Beware of Vanilla Essense which is not made from Vanilla Beans. For more Vanilla info browse to www.reunionfood.co.nz
It may not have to be refrigerated after opening - but it will probably retain it's moisture and flavor better if it is. If the bag recommends refrigerating after opening, then do so.
You don't necessarily NEED vanilla extract in cookies, but it vanilla extract does add flavor to the recipe. I have accidentally left it out of a cookie recipe before, and you can definitely tell the difference. Without the vanilla extract, the cookies taste very bland.