[CH] cut the vinegar/"secret ingredient"
Andie Paysinger (asenji@earthlink.net)
Thu, 21 May 1998 09:55:21 +0000
O.K. guys, didn't you mama's ever larn you nuttin?
For sauces that have too much vinegar vinegar taste - balance it with a
sweet.
However you have to cook up a simple syrup - do not use honey - there
are problems with it.
you do have to bring it to a boil -
Then add a bit to your sauce, make sure it is well mixed, taste and add
more if needed.
This is also a 'fix' for dill pickles that are too "puckery" a
tablespoon or so of simple syrup to the jar does wonders.
and never card the juice from sweet pickles - especially the hot ones.
ome pickled peppers are in a too vinegary bath. pour off half the liquid
and add the sweet pickle juice - much better. You can also stick in a
few slices of ginger to add another dimension to the flavor.
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