Bourbon Balsamic Syrup

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Consider this a recipe for a classic steak sauce, updated; that’s bourbon syrup, made with real ingredients in a flash. Sure, you could buy a sauce at the grocery store, but making it yourself is quicker and tastier. Serve it alongside a grilled rib-eye.

by Mark Bittman

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Servings

4 servings

Total time

20 min

Calories / serving

126 kcal

Ingredients (3)

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1 cup balsamic vinegarbalsamic-vinegar
1/2 cup bourbonbourbon
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Instructions (2 steps)

01Put the balsamic vinegar and bourbon in a small nonreactive pan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then immediately lower the heat so the mixture bubbles gently.
02Cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces to about 1/2 cup, 15 to 20 minutes; it should coat the back of a spoon and will thicken a little more as it cools. Salt to taste, and serve warm or at room temperature.

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