Vanilla Syrup

• 2 cups water
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 van

In a medium heavy saucepan, combine the water and sugar and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the vanilla beans, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure that the bottom of the pan doesn’t scorch. Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature.

Remove the vanilla beans and pour the cooled syr