If the only time you think of pulling that jar of balsamic out of the cupboard is when it's time to make a salad, you're missing out. This sweet and tangy vinegar is one of my favorite secret ingredients, and I've found all sorts of ways that its presence will perk up my everyday cooking.

1. To Finish Soups and Sauces: Balsamic and ripe summer tomatoes have a well-known affinity for one another. From that simple summer salad, it's not too hard to make the leap to tomato-based soups and sauces. I add a splash of balsamic to these dishes at the very end of cooking to bring the flavors together.

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Source: http://www.thekitchn.com/