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Strawberries with Balsamic Vinegar and Black Pepper

It is hard to imagine how the flavor of fresh-picked Jewel strawberries could possibly be improved. But with traditional balsamic vinegar, the gorgeous, sweet-tart, syrupy vinegar made from local grapes in Modena, Italy, it is ridiculously easy to make the strawberry taste burst out in an incredible way. If you can, use Jewel strawberries.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

1 quart Jewel strawberries, washed and hulled
4 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Halve the strawberries if the strawberries are large, and quarter them if they are very large. They should be in bite-size pieces. Put the berries in a mixing bowl and sprinkle with brown sugar. Toss and set aside for 30 minutes.

    Step 2

    Sprinkle the balsamic vinegar and pepper on the berries and toss again. Serve at room temperature for the fullest flavor.

  2. NOTE

    Step 3

    The amount of sugar may be adjusted, depending on the sweetness of the berries.

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