#balsamicreduction

From Gastroposter Lisa Worden, via Instagram:

This recipe for Caprese Grilled Chicken with Balsamic Reduction has tender grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil. A sweet and sour balsamic reduction is drizzled over the top.

Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese. 2 large tomatoes, sliced. 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves. 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar. 1 tablespoon honey. 1 clove garlic, minced.

Instructions: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then brush with olive oil. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Top each chicken breast with a slice of mozzarella cheese, tomato slices, and basil leaves. In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, and minced garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened and reduced by half. Drizzle balsamic reduction over the assembled chicken breasts before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

This gourmet burger has fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil, and a savory balsamic reduction that will take you to Italy. It's a tasty new take on an old favorite!

Ingredients: 4 beef burger patties. 4 brioche burger buns. 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves. 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. Salt and black pepper to taste.

Instructions: Warm the grill up to a medium-high level. Put salt and black pepper on the burger patties to taste. For medium-rare, or any other level of doneness you like, grill the burger patties for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side. Make the balsamic reduction while the burgers are cooking on the grill. Put minced garlic and balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan. It will take about 5 to 7 minutes of cooking after you bring it to a simmer. Put away. Put a slice of fresh mozzarella on top of each burger when they are almost done. Then close the grill lid and let the cheese melt for about one to two minutes. We'll grill the brioche buns for one minute, or until they get a little brown. To put the burgers together, put a grilled patty on the bottom half of each bun and top it with melted mozzarella. Add fresh basil leaves and half-cherry tomato halves on top. Add the balsamic reduction on top of the other ingredients. Add the top half of the bun to finish. Enjoy! Serve the Gourmet Caprese Burgers with Balsamic Reduction right away.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Savor a tasty Tuscan Style Steak with a Mediterranean flair, balsamic reduction, and fresh herbs that is also Paleo-friendly. This dish is ideal for a special occasion or any day you want something juicy and flavorful like a steak.

Ingredients: 2 boneless ribeye steaks about 1 pound each. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, minced. 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, minced. 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. 1 teaspoon salt. 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. 1 lemon, zested and juiced. 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar. 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn. 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced.

Instructions: In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade. Place the ribeye steaks in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the steaks. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor. Preheat your grill or grill pan to high heat. Remove the steaks from the marinade and grill for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust cooking time to your desired doneness. While the steaks are cooking, in a small saucepan, heat the balsamic vinegar over medium heat until it reduces by half. Remove from heat and set aside. Once the steaks are done, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. While the steaks are resting, in a bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, torn basil leaves, Kalamata olives, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Slice the rested steaks and serve topped with the tomato and olive mixture, drizzled with the balsamic reduction. Enjoy your Paleo-friendly Tuscan Style Steak!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

These Prosciutto Wrapped Dates with Balsamic Reduction are the perfect Paleo appetizer or snack. The combination of sweet dates, salty prosciutto, and tangy balsamic reduction creates a burst of flavors in every bite. It's a delightful treat for any occasion!

Ingredients: 12 Medjool dates, pitted. 6 slices of prosciutto, cut in half lengthwise. 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar. 2 tablespoons honey. 12 toothpicks.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 400F 200C. In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens into a syrup-like consistency. Remove from heat and let it cool. Take each pitted date and wrap it with half a slice of prosciutto. Secure with a toothpick. Place the prosciutto-wrapped dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the prosciutto becomes crispy and slightly browned. Drizzle the balsamic reduction over the prosciutto-wrapped dates before serving. Enjoy your Paleo-friendly Prosciutto Wrapped Dates with Balsamic Reduction!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Savor a tasty Tuscan Style Steak with a Mediterranean flair, balsamic reduction, and fresh herbs that is also Paleo-friendly. This dish is ideal for a special occasion or any day you want something juicy and flavorful like a steak.

Ingredients: 2 boneless ribeye steaks about 1 pound each. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, minced. 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, minced. 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. 1 teaspoon salt. 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. 1 lemon, zested and juiced. 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar. 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn. 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced.

Instructions: In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade. Place the ribeye steaks in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the steaks. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor. Preheat your grill or grill pan to high heat. Remove the steaks from the marinade and grill for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust cooking time to your desired doneness. While the steaks are cooking, in a small saucepan, heat the balsamic vinegar over medium heat until it reduces by half. Remove from heat and set aside. Once the steaks are done, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. While the steaks are resting, in a bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, torn basil leaves, Kalamata olives, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Slice the rested steaks and serve topped with the tomato and olive mixture, drizzled with the balsamic reduction. Enjoy your Paleo-friendly Tuscan Style Steak!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

These Prosciutto Wrapped Dates with Balsamic Reduction are the perfect Paleo appetizer or snack. The combination of sweet dates, salty prosciutto, and tangy balsamic reduction creates a burst of flavors in every bite. It's a delightful treat for any occasion!

Ingredients: 12 Medjool dates, pitted. 6 slices of prosciutto, cut in half lengthwise. 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar. 2 tablespoons honey. 12 toothpicks.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 400F 200C. In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens into a syrup-like consistency. Remove from heat and let it cool. Take each pitted date and wrap it with half a slice of prosciutto. Secure with a toothpick. Place the prosciutto-wrapped dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the prosciutto becomes crispy and slightly browned. Drizzle the balsamic reduction over the prosciutto-wrapped dates before serving. Enjoy your Paleo-friendly Prosciutto Wrapped Dates with Balsamic Reduction!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes