Vanilla Pecan

1 qt Brandy

2 Vanilla beans (2 inches)

6 oz Pecans, chopped

2 c Sugar syrup (see recipe)

1 pn Cinnamon

Pour brandy, pecans, cinnamon, and vanilla beans (extract may be alternated) in jar and cover. Let stand for 2-3 weeks. Add sugar syrup to taste. Let stand 1 week. Strain and steep 2 more weeks. Ready to serve. Excellent for baking. Yield: 1 1/2 quarts Container: 1/2 gallon jar