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Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• baguette
• ricotta cheese
• basil
• black mission fig

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. 2 Place the baguette slices on an ungreased, foil-lined baking sheet.
3. 3 Bake the bread in the preheated oven until the bottoms are brown, about 5 minutes; flip and bake until crisp, 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven.
4. 4 Spread 1 tablespoon of ricotta on each slice of toasted bread. Place a few ribbons of basil on each, arrange a slice of fig on top, and drizzle the finished crostini with balsamic vinegar.

By Rachel Wolkofsky Pollack

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• olive oil
• garlic
• parmesan cheese
• oregano
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Pour the olive oil onto a salad plate. Use a garlic press to press the garlic cloves onto five different spots on the plate. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the oil and garlic. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and oregano. Season with black pepper.

By Jill

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• bread
• olive oil
• strawberry
• thyme
• goat cheese
• salt
• pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Heat vinegar in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Simmer until reduced by about half, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
2. 2 Prepare a grill for high heat. Place bread slices on a foil-lined baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
3. 3 Combine strawberries and thyme in a small bowl and set aside.
4. 4 Grill bread on the preheated grill until browned, about 3 minutes per side.
5. 5 Spread goat cheese on toasted bread. Add black pepper, salt, and reduced vinegar to the strawberry mixture. Spoon over the goat cheese topped bruschetta. Garnish with additional thyme.

By John Mitzewich

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• basil
• watermelon
• mozzarella cheese
• olive oil
• salt
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Trim basil leaves into small circles about 1 inch in diameter.
2. 2 Thread watermelon and mozzarella cheese on toothpicks, sandwiching a basil leaf in between. Arrange on a serving plate.
3. 3 Pour olive oil and balsamic vinegar over toothpicks. Sprinkle salt and black pepper on top.

By Nicole Cox

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• bread
• olive oil
• sweet red pepper
• garlic
• tomato
• basil
• onion

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat your oven's broiler.
2. 2 Slice bread loaf into 1-inch thick portions. Brush each slice on one side with olive oil. Broil, oil-side up, until barely golden. Remove from broiler pan and cool.
3. 3 In a medium bowl, mix together roasted pepper, garlic, tomato, basil, and onion. Sprinkle mixture evenly on each toast portion. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.

By Nancy Aigeldinger

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• cherry tomato
• olive oil
• basil
• cayenne pepper
• salt
• black pepper
• bread
• olive oil
• swordfish
• grapeseed oil

Instructions

1. 1 Stir tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, basil, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Let sit until flavors blend, at least 30 minutes.
2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Brush bread slices with olive oil.
3. 3 Cook bread slices on the preheated grill until browned and crispy, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
4. 4 Brush swordfish steaks with grapeseed oil and season with salt and black pepper.
5. 5 Cook swordfish steaks on the preheated grill until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 4 minutes per side.
6. 6 Divide bread slices between two plates and top each plate with 1 swordfish steak. Spoon 1/2 of the cherry tomato mixture over each steak.

By John Mitzewich

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• tomato
• red bell pepper
• red onion
• olive oil
• basil
• garlic
• bread
• olive oil
• mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Combine tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, basil, and garlic in a medium bowl; let tomato mixture rest for 15 to 30 minutes.
2. 2 Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
3. 3 Arrange French bread slices on a large baking sheet; drizzle with 1/4 cup olive oil.
4. 4 Toast bread under the preheated broiler until lightly browned, about 1 minute per side. Remove from the oven and top bread slices with tomato mixture using a slotted spoon, allowing excess liquid to drain. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
5. 5 Return to the oven and broil until cheese melts, about 3 minutes. Serve hot.

By Joy Andrews

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• bread
• garlic
• tomato
• ricotta salata
• olive oil
• red onion
• basil
• salt
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place bread slices on a baking sheet.
2. 2 Bake in the preheated oven until toasted, about 5 minutes. Rub 1 side of the bread with the cut garlic.
3. 3 Toss tomatoes, ricotta salata, olive oil, vinegar, onion, basil, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Divide evenly over bread.

By KSANFORD

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• whole grain artisan bread
• tomato
• sun-dried tomato
• garlic
• olive oil
• basil
• salt
• black pepper
• mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven on broiler setting. Arrange the artisan bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet.
2. 2 Combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
3. 3 Broil the bread until slightly brown, about 1 to 2 minutes.
4. 4 Divide the tomato mixture evenly over the bread slices. Top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
5. 5 Return the baking sheet to the oven and broil until the cheese is melted, about 1 to 2 minutes.

By MakeItHealthy

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• tomato
• sun-dried tomato
• garlic
• olive oil
• basil
• salt
• black pepper
• baguette
• mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven on broiler setting.
2. 2 In a large bowl, combine the roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, basil, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes.
3. 3 Cut the baguette into 3/4-inch slices. On a baking sheet, arrange the baguette slices in a single layer. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
4. 4 Divide the tomato mixture evenly over the baguette slices. Top the slices with mozzarella cheese.
5. 5 Broil for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

By Loll

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• bread
• olive oil
• tomato
• basil
• parmesan cheese
• garlic
• olive oil
• salt
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. 2 Brush bread slices on both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon oil and place on large baking sheet. Toast bread until golden, about 5 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through.
3. 3 Meanwhile, toss together tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a bowl.
4. 4 Mix in balsamic vinegar, 2 teaspoons olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper.
5. 5 Spoon tomato mixture onto toasted bread slices.
6. 6 Serve immediately and enjoy!

By Kathy Bias

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• bread
• olive oil
• mushroom
• green onion
• garlic
• salt
• black pepper
• parsley
• tomato
• mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.
2. 2 Broil bread in the preheated oven until toasted, 1 to 2 minutes; watch carefully to prevent burning. Remove from the oven and place the baking sheet onto a wire rack. Keep the broiler on.
3. 3 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, green onions, garlic, salt, black pepper, and parsley; cook and stir until mushrooms are soft and juicy, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
4. 4 While the mushrooms are cooking, mix tomatoes and balsamic vinegar together in a bowl.
5. 5 Top each toasted bread slice with mushroom mixture, then spread tomato mixture over top and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
6. 6 Return to the oven and broil until heated through and cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.

By Delray

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• sun-dried tomato
• pine nut
• onion
• basil
• parsley
• garlic
• tomato
• red wine
• tomato paste
• olive oil
• parmesan cheese
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Place sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl and cover with warm water for 5 minutes, or until tender.
2. 2 Place sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, onion, basil, parsley, and garlic in a food processor or blender; process until well blended. Add crushed tomatoes, vinegar, red wine, and tomato paste; blend to desired consistency. Stir in olive oil and Parmesan cheese; season to taste.

By Cindy Schmidt

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• ring
• lid
• canning jar
• basil
• green olive
• black olive
• black pepper
• salt
• white vinegar
• tomato
• ketchup
• olive oil
• mushroom
• celery
• cauliflower
• broccoli
• garlic
• onion
• green bean
• yellow bell pepper
• red bell pepper
• green bell pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2. 2 Spread green, red, and yellow peppers, green beans, white onion, garlic, broccoli, cauliflower, celery, and mushrooms onto several baking sheets and drizzle with olive oil; toss lightly to coat.
3. 3 Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven until slightly browned and softened, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4 While vegetables are roasting, pour ketchup into a large pot over medium heat and stir in tomatoes, white vinegar, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes; stir in roasted vegetables, black olives, green olives, and basil. Simmer until cooked through, about 5 more minutes.
5. 5 Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the roasted vegetable mixture into the sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes.
7. 7 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, for 24 hours. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Debi

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• almond
• brown sugar
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. 2 Spread almonds onto a baking sheet. Toast in the preheated oven until nuts start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, 8 to 10 minutes.
3. 3 Meanwhile, combine vinegar and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Gently stir until sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove toasted almonds from the oven, add to saucepan, and stir to coat.
4. 4 Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. 5 Spread coated almonds evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle salt over almonds, tossing to cover evenly. Allow time to dry, about 10 minutes.

By Robert Kostoroski

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• olive oil
• garlic powder
• salt
• black pepper
• dandelion green

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. 2 Combine olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add leaves and toss until well combined. Lay the leaves in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets and drizzle with remaining olive oil mixture.
3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until dandelion chips are crisp, making sure they do not burn, 12 to 16 minutes. Leaves will stiffen as they cool.

By Shanda

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• egg
• onion
• water
• garlic
• sugar

Instructions

1. 1 Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil, then immediately remove from the heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer eggs to a bowl of cold water; peel when cool.
2. 2 Meanwhile, combine onion, balsamic vinegar, water, garlic, and sugar in a saucepan over high heat; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature, 30 to 45 minutes.
3. 3 Place peeled eggs in a glass jar and pour cooled vinegar mixture over top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 to 5 days before serving.

By gibsey23

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• fig
• white sugar
• bourbon whiskey
• lemon juice
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Combine figs, sugar, whiskey, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and salt in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid reduces by half, about 30 minutes. Cool before serving.

By James Ryan Schubert

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• black bean
• ketchup
• apple cider vinegar
• salt
• onion powder
• chili powder

Instructions

1. 1 Combine the black beans, balsamic vinegar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, salt, onion powder, and chili powder in a food processor; pulse until creamy. Serve at room temperature.

By afb

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• date
• goat cheese
• pecan
• bacon
• sugar

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. 2 Slice open the dates, and stuff each with about 1/2 teaspoon goat cheese. Top each date with a pecan, using the goat cheese to hold the pecans in place. Wrap each date with 1/2 slice bacon.
3. 3 Arrange the wrapped dates on a baking sheet. Bake 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until the bacon is crisp and evenly brown.
4. 4 In a saucepan over medium heat, mix the balsamic vinegar and sugar until thickened. Pour over the dates to serve.

By Toni Losada

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• watermelon
• onion
• anaheim chile
• garlic salt

Instructions

1. 1 Combine watermelon, onion, and chile pepper in a serving bowl; stir in balsamic vinegar and garlic salt.

By Larry Brodahl

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• fig
• goat cheese
• almond
• honey

Instructions

1. 1 Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler to high.
2. 2 Place fig halves, cut sides-up, onto a baking sheet; top each fig with about ½ teaspoon goat cheese. Place 1 almond on each goat cheese dollop; push slightly into each fig.
3. 3 Broil in the preheated oven until cheese is soft and almonds turn a rich shade of brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes.
4. 4 Arrange figs on a serving platter; drizzle with honey and balsamic vinegar. Serve warm.

By ChristineM

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• orange juice
• lemon juice
• lime juice
• strawberry
• mango

Instructions

1. 1 Combine orange juice, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, and lime juice in a large bowl until well mixed. Gently stir in strawberries and mango until evenly coated; set aside before serving for at least 20 minutes.

By Sarah Waller

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• egg
• bacon
• mayonnaise
• red onion
• sugar
• celery salt
• black pepper
• parsley

Instructions

1. 1 Place eggs in a large pot in a single layer and cover with water by 1 inch. Cover the saucepan and bring the water to a boil; immediately remove from the heat and let eggs stand in the hot water for 15 minutes. Drain. Cool eggs under cold running water in the sink. Peel and halve lengthwise. Separate the yolks from the whites, placing the yolks in a bowl. Arrange the egg whites with the rounded side down onto a serving platter.
2. 2 While eggs are cooking, place bacon in a large, deep skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate; chop.
3. 3 Mash yolks with a fork. Add bacon, mayonnaise, onion, sugar, vinegar, celery salt, and pepper; stir until thoroughly combined. Spoon the mixture into the egg whites. Garnish with parsley.

By Stephanie V

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• black olive
• green olive
• kalamata olive
• garlic
• olive oil

Instructions

1. 1 Combine black olives, green olives, Kalamata olives, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until chopped.
2. 2 Add balsamic vinegar and olive oil; process until smooth. Transfer spread to a bowl; cover with plastic wrap.
3. 3 Refrigerate before serving, at least 1 hour or overnight.

By GRAYCE

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• olive oil
• zucchini
• feta cheese
• garlic
• herb

Instructions

1. 1 Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet and cook zucchini slices in batches until soft and lightly browned on both sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Add more olive oil as needed. Remove zucchini slices from skillet and drain on paper towels.
2. 2 Sprinkle zucchini slices with feta and roll up. Secure each roll with a tooth pick.
3. 3 Set zucchini rolls into a dish that is as deep as the rolls are high, and sprinkle with garlic, Italian herbs, and balsamic vinegar. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days.

By barbara

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• black mission fig
• olive oil
• burrata cheese
• bread
• sea salt
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
2. 2 Place figs, skin-side down, on grill. Cook until figs start to swell and bubble, 2 to 4 minutes.
3. 3 Whisk together balsamic vinegar and olive oil until completely combined, about 1 minute.
4. 4 Place Burrata cheese on top of each piece of toast. Spread figs around bread and drizzle with balsamic vinegar mixture. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.

By John Mitzewich

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• golden beet
• olive oil
• great northern bean
• tahini
• lemon juice
• cumin
• turmeric
• salt
• garlic

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
2. 2 Quarter beets and toss in a bowl with olive oil. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
3. 3 Roast in the preheated oven until a knife can be easily inserted into a beet, 35 to 40 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
4. 4 Place the beets in a food processor along with the beans, tahini, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, cumin, turmeric, sea salt, and garlic. Blend until smooth, adding small amounts of reserved bean liquid if the consistency is too thick. Transfer hummus to a serving bowl.

By lutzflcat

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• soybean oil
• edamame
• soy sauce
• ginger root
• sesame seed
• maple syrup
• salt
• dukkah spice blend

Instructions

1. 1 Heat soybean oil over high heat in a wok or skillet.
2. 2 Add edamame. Saute for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until pods begin to lightly char.
3. 3 Remove and season as desired (see Soy Ginger, Maple Balsamic and Dukkah seasoning).

By United Soybean Board

Ingredients

• ✓ balsamic vinegar
• nectarine
• red onion
• sugar
• cilantro
• kosher salt
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 In a bowl, mix the nectarines, onion, vinegar, sugar, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Allow to sit 5 minutes.
2. 2 In a skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the nectarine mixture 10 minutes, until onion and nectarines are tender and lightly browned.

By STELLY