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Place blackberries in glass or ceramic bowl and pour vinegar over berries.
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Using the back of a large fork, smash down berries until small bits remain.
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(You can use whatever you have handy to squish the berries ).
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Let sit for at least 45 minutes allowing the vinegar to break down (maturate) the blackberry flesh.
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The longer you let it sit the more the berries will infuse with the vinegar.
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While it's infusing, go back periodically and smash berries against side of the bowl with back of fork to further continue the breaking down process of the berries.
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When ready strain liquid through a fine sieve/stainer to remove seeds.
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Mixture will be slightly thickened, use a bowl or tall glass to help push mixture through strainer.
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Gather mixture together and repeat straining process, pressing down firmly on glass or bowl, so you really get all the sweet blackberry pulp.
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Continue until a slightly dried, seedy mass remains, discard.
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Pour the flavored vinegar into a bottle or jar with a lid (if using salt or seasoning, add now cover and shake to combine).
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Keep sealed and refrigerated.
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Yields about 1 cup.
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**** Some seasoning suggestions
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Mix with Italian herb blend and toss with olive oil for a fruity vinaigrette
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Add dill, salt and pepper for veggies, chicken or fish
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Add ground coriander, cardamon, and/or allspice or even cumin for a bit more intense flavor
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Be creative!!!
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Have fun!!!!
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Enjoy!!
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NOTE*** blackberries can stain be sure to protect clothing, linens etc, you may also want to wear gloves or use a tall glass when pressing so as not to ruin your manicure ;)
