Dulce de Leche

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups whole milk
• ¾ cup sugar
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 vanilla bean

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a heavy sauce pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 3 hours, stirring occasionally. After 3 hours, remove lid and cook another 30 minutes until it is thick and spreadable when cooled slightly. Remove and discard the vanilla bean.