Strawberry Preserves with Black Pepper and Balsamic Vinegar

Strawberry Preserves with Black Pepper and Balsamic Vinegar

Info

Rating
Calories
325.0
Protein
1.0
Sodium
5.0

Description

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.

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

Directions

  1. 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.