Name: Strawberry Preserves with Black Pepper and Balsamic Vinegar
Yield: Makes about 2 Cups
Ingredients: 2 cups strawberries (about 1 pint), trimmed and quartered; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 3 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Spooned atop fresh goat cheese on crostini, these piquant preserves make a great hors d'oeuvre. They are also delicious with scones or muffins at teatime.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes about 2 Cups

Ingredients

2 cups strawberries (about 1 pint), trimmed and quartered

1 1/2 cups sugar

3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

3 tablespoons water

1 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Preparation

In a small heavy saucepan bring all ingredients to a boil, stirring, and skim surface. Simmer mixture, stirring and skimming foam occasionally, 15 minutes, or until thickened and translucent. Remove pan from heat and cool preserves completely. Preserves keep, covered and chilled, 1 month.

TagsJam Spreads Strawberry Berry Fruit Dairy Free Gluten Free Nut Free Vegan Vegetarian 5 Ingredients or Fewer Make Ahead Quick Easy Pickle & Preserve Spring Summer Gourmet

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