Tag: balsamic vinegar

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Balsamic Hanger Steak with Greens and Parmesan

Hangar steak is a cut of beef that is prized for it’s great flavor. Served on top of a bed of greens, the flavor of this steak really shines. Ingredients 1 1/4 pounds hanger steak, trimmed and central membrane removed 9 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup red wine 1/2 […]

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Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Shiitake Mushroom Sauce

The steaks are sautéed in cooking spray to create a crust, while the mushrooms are sauteed in butter for flavor. Since the mushrooms release liquid as they cook, the butter is less likely to burn. Shiitake mushrooms create a sublime sauce with deep, earthy flavor, but you can substitute any other mushroom variety. Serve with […]

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Glazed Chicken and Fig Skewers

Because they will cook more quickly than the chicken, skewer the figs separately. Ingredients 3/4 cup port wine 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1 thyme sprig 1 1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 24 (3/4-inch) pieces 4 large shallots, quartered 16 sage leaves Cooking spray 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper, […]

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Seared Salmon Salad with Beets and Blackberries

A lime-forward vinaigrette adds pucker and punch to the salmon and salad, rounded out by earthy-sweet beets and juicy blackberries. Mint with blackberries is a favorite cocktail combo that also works in a fresh entrée salad. If you have leftover mint leaves, steep in simple syrup and refrigerate for sweetening lemonade or tossing with fresh […]

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Steaks with Tuscan-Style Cannellini Salad

Cannellini, large white kidney beans, are common in Tuscan dishes. You can use any white bean, such as Great Northern or navy beans. Ingredients 2 cups chopped plum tomato (about 1/2 pound) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic 1 teaspoon extravirgin olive […]

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Shrimp and Arugula Salad

The white balsamic won’t discolor the shrimp or bright veggies. For something a little sharper, substitute white wine vinegar. Ingredients 4 cups loosely packed baby arugula 1 cup (1/4 x 3-inch) julienne-cut red bell pepper 1/2 cup matchstick-cut carrot 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper […]

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Steak and Tomato Panzanella

We use the broiler to keep this vibrant summer salad speedy, but if you already have the grill cranked up, this dish easily transitions to an outdoor entrée. Ingredients 1 pound flank steak, trimmed and cut into 1-in. cubes Cooking spray 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 6 ounces […]

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Seared Salmon with Balsamic-Blistered Tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes and balsamic vinegar mirror and amplify each other; both are a bit tangy and sweet, and both benefit from a little high heat in the pan. Shallots mellow as they sauté and provide a backbone for the sauce. Moving the salmon to a sheet pan allows you to build the sauce in the skillet […]

End-of-Summer Tomato Salsa

Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1 garlic clove, grated 1 1/2 cups halved or quartered cherry tomatoes 1/4 cup slivered shallots 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves How to Make It Combine olive oil, vinegar, pepper, salt, and garlic in a […]

Prosciutto-Wrapped Grilled Okra

Ingredients 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon honey 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 pound okra pods, cut in half lengthwise 4 (1/2-ounce) slices prosciutto, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-wide strips Cooking spray How to Make It Preheat grill to […]