By: Rachel Beason, Kitsap Community Resources

Makes 1/4 cup

From the Toolbox:

• Measuring Cups
• Measuring Spoons
• Small Saucepan
• Wooden Spoon

Ingredients:

• Good quality balsamic vinegar
• Sugar

Directions:

• Measure 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar into the small saucepan.
• Stir in 1 tablespoon sugar until it dissolves.
• Heat the vinegar and sugar over medium heat to a low simmer.
• Continue to simmer until the vinegar is reduced by half, usually just under ten minutes.
• The reduction should be very dark and syrupy, coating a spoon and having an intense aroma and flavor.
• Use on salad, with fruit, or on broiled or grilled chicken, lamb, fish, or vegetables. You can even try it on vanilla ice cream!