Herb Vinegar

Name: Herb Vinegar
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1-1/4 cups
Ingredients: 1 garlic clove, peeled, optional; 12 to 18 inches fresh oregano, basil or tarragon sprigs; 1-1/4 cups white vinegar or white wine vinegar

Total Time Prep: 20 min. + cooling

Yield 1-1/4 cups

Test Kitchen Approved

This is a creative way us use up herbs from an herb garden. The vinegar can be used to marinate meat or in salad dressings. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Ingredients

1 garlic clove, peeled, optional
12 to 18 inches fresh oregano, basil or tarragon sprigs
1-1/4 cups white vinegar or white wine vinegar

Directions

If desired, cut garlic in half and skewer with a toothpick. Place in a glass jar or bottle. Add oregano; set aside. In a small saucepan, bring vinegar to a simmer (do not boil). Carefully pour into containers. Let cool to room temperature.
Remove garlic after 24 hours. Cover and store in a cool, dry place for up to a year.

This is a creative way us use up herbs from an herb garden. The vinegar can be used to marinate meat or in salad dressings. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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