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A wonderful sweet-tart accent for everything from grilled halloumi to braised moose to steamed vegetables. Heck, even ice cream!
Makes about a cup
Ingredients
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup blueberries
- 2 tablespoons water or stock
Preparation
Combine all ingredients in a small pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer for 30 minutes until thick and syrupy. Press gastrique through a fine-meshed strainer into a bowl. Allow to cool before serving.
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