Spiced Grapes in Port Dessert Sauce |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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A combination of star anise, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of black pepper imbues sophisticated flavors. Serve this thin sauce with vanilla ice cream or with pound cake. Ingredients:
1 cup ruby port |
2 tablespoons sugar |
1 (1-inch) strip lemon rind |
1 star anise |
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar |
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
2 1/2 cups seedless red grapes, halved |
Directions:
1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook 2 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes. Remove lemon rind and anise; discard. Add vinegar and pepper to wine mixture; cook until reduced to 1/4 cup (about 10 minutes). Remove from heat; stir in grapes. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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