G: The general rule of thumb for substituting vanilla extract with vanilla beans is:

• 1 vanilla bean = 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract.

This can vary slightly depending on the recipe and the potency of the vanilla bean or extract you're using. If you want a stronger vanilla flavor, you might use the higher end of the extract amount or more of the bean. Conversely, for a milder flavor, you can use less.