Gourmet Vinegar

By littlefish

Ingredients

• 2 cups red or white wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon peppercorns
• 1 peeled garlic clove, cut in half
• rind from 1/2 lemon
• pinch of salt

Preparation

Step 1

Heat vinegar in a non-aluminum saucepan until very hot, but DO NOT boil.

Place peppercorns, garlic, lemon rind, and salt in a non-metal bowl. Cover with hot vinegar.

Cool to room temperature and cover with plastic wrap; store in cool place for two days.

Strain and discard peppercorns and garlic.

Pour vinegar into sterilized bottle with non-metal lid.

OPTION: Add any one or a combination of these herbs: basil, oregano, thyme, cilantro, dill, or chives.