How to Make Balsamic Reduction
Step One: Open your windows. This stuff stinks to high heaven.
Step Two: Combine the following ingredients in a saucepan, over medium-high heat: 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp. brown sugar, 2 – 4 tbsp. butter.
Step Three: While holding your breath, whisk, whisk, whisk as the mixture simmers. When it reduces by about 50%, you can remove it from the heat and breath freely once again.
Step Four: Allow the reduction to cool, then pour it into a squirt bottle for easy access.
I usually make a double batch of this recipe so that I can have it on hand to jazz up any number of dishes. It makes an excellent addition to roasted or sauteed veggies, especially if you throw a little feta or goat cheese into the mix. That combo is a sure fire hit over pasta, on a sandwich, or on pizza. This sauce can also be used for desserts! Try squirting a little over vanilla ice cream for a kind of weird, but surprisingly yummy treat.