HERB AND FRUIT VINEGARS 
Orange Or Lemon Vinegar:

4 oranges or lemons
2 pints cider vinegar

Wash the fruit very well. Cut the rind into thin strips. Combine with the vinegar and pour into a jar. Cover.

Place in a cool, dark place for 2 weeks. Strain and rebottle.

Herbed Vinegar:

2 pints cider or wine vinegar
4 oz. fresh or 2 tsp. dried herbs of your choice, (basil, thyme, rosemary, savory or chervil)
chili pepper or peppercorns, optional

Combine the vinegar with the herb or herbs of your choice and pour into a jar. Add the chili pepper or peppercorns. Cover.

Place in a cool, dark place for 2 weeks. Strain and rebottle.

Tarragon Vinegar:

4 oz. fresh or 2 tsp. dried tarragon leaves
2 pints cider vinegar
1 garlic clove, peeled and halved, optional

Crush the tarragon leaves slightly to release the aroma. Combine with the vinegar and garlic and pour into a jar. Cover.

Set aside for 24 hours. Remove the garlic. Reseal and leave for 2 weeks in a cool, dark place. Strain and rebottle.

 

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