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vanilla bean
noun
: the long capsular fruit of a vanilla (especially Vanilla planifolia) that is an important article of commerce
Examples of vanilla bean in a Sentence
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This biz brainstorms fanciful flavors—such as vanilla bean ice cream perfumed with a hint of jasmine and lychee jellies; mellow jackfruit cream with lightly roasted chili cashew nuts; and mango ice cream with peach-mango fruit swirls and pie crust crunch.
—Laura Manske, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
For dessert, share a warm decadent chocolate sabayon with extra virgin olive oil, cognac and crushed frozen raspberry ($10) or a vanilla bean pavlova with coconut cream and passionfruit curd ($11).
—Georgann Yara, The Arizona Republic, 13 Feb. 2024
Sichuan-vanilla syrup 1/2 pint water 1/2 pint sugar 1/2 vanilla bean
1 tablespoon Sichuan pepper flowers
Combine water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until dissolved.
—Judy Revenaugh, Kansas City Star, 30 Jan. 2024
The aroma is a rich combination of amber, vanilla bean, mahogany, and cacao.
—Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2024
Simply place a heaping scoop of vanilla bean ice cream into a bowl, then top generously with aged Pedro Ximenez sherry.
—Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 28 Nov. 2023
Split the half vanilla bean lengthwise, scrape out the inside and stir it into the pot, then add the vanilla bean itself to the pot.
—Ellie Krieger, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
During that soaking process, the flavor and color of the vanilla bean are extracted, allowing the potent liquid to be used in your favorite recipe.
—Molly Allen, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2023
Another winter treat, the Vanilla Bean Custard Danish, is a pastry filled with rich vanilla bean custard.
—Erin Clements, Peoplemag, 12 Jan. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1824, in the meaning defined above
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“Vanilla bean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vanilla%20bean. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.
Kids Definition
vanilla bean
noun
: the long pod of a vanilla orchid
Medical Definition
vanilla bean
noun
: the long capsular fruit of a vanilla (especially Vanilla planifolia) that is an important article of commerce
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