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Herbal Vinegars & Oils |
Herbal Vinegar's are versatile in use, easy to make, fun to experiment with and can be customized to fit your own special tastes. Additionally, herbal flavored vinegar's make great gifts, especially when packaged in decorative bottles and labeled creatively. |
Raspberry Vinegar |
1 pint raspberries |
2 Qts. 4% white wine vinegar |
Wash fruit very gently and place in 3 Qt. glass or ceramic container Heat the vinegar up to boiling, do not boil. Pour vinegar over fruit and seal. If you are using a metal lid, be sure to insert a piece of wax paper or plastic wrap between lid and jar. This is to prevent any reaction between metal and the vinegar. Affix a temporary label and store for four to six weeks in a dark place. |
Remove from storage and strain the vinegar through a coffee filter and store in sterilized bottles. This vinegar is especially attractive and makes a wonderful gift when placed in a decorative bottle adorned with a creative label or bow. |
Variations to the above recipe: Blueberry, peach or apricot. Blueberry can be used with red, white wine or champagne vinegar. Add a cinnamon stick to each bottle for added flavor and appealing appearance. |
Mixed Herb Vinegar |
2 sprigs of tarragon |
2 sprigs thyme |
2 sprigs of marjoram |
2 sprigs of salad burnet |
2 sprigs of parsley |
6 sprigs of chive(leaves) |
1 Qt. white wine vinegar |
(optional garlic can be added if desired. 1med. clove). |
Follow the preparation as indicated in the recipe above. |
This vinegar fairs best if strained once all the flavors have blended. |
I use this vinegar as a base for preparing my own salad dressing. It is great as a stand alone dressing as well using only a bit of olive oil. |
Spicy Italian |
2 sprigs of parsley |
2 sprigs of rosemary |
4 sprigs of oregano |
1 sprig of sage(optional) |
2 or 3 small sprigs of basil |
1 lg. garlic clove |
1 T black or mixed peppercorns(mixed works best) |
1 Qt. red wine vinegar |
optional- for added zest, add 1/8 t of dried crushed red pepper. |
Strain prior to storing in final stage. You can add a fresh sprig of thyme or oregano for appearance. |
This vinegar works well as a meat marinade for chicken, beef or pork. |
I have used it as a basting sauce for grilled fish. Keeps the fish moist and flavorable. |
Used plain sprinkled over fresh tomatoes and cucumbers.( If you find it a bit too tangy add a pinch of sugar when serving). |
Mix with Olive oil and a little salt for a quick salad dressing. |
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