Calvados Butter

Name: Calvados Butter
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: Makes about 1 1/4 cups
Ingredients: 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise; 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened; 6 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh orange zest; 1/4 cup Calvados or applejack brandy

August 20, 2004

This recipe yields more than is needed for the Parisienne apples. Use the remainder on pancakes or waffles, or as a flavorful boost for hot cereal.

Active time: 10 min Start to finish: 10 min

Cooks' note:

•Calvados butter keeps, covered and chilled, 2 weeks.

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