Whisk together the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a small saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat while stirring regularly.
Once the mixture reaches a boil, reduce the heat to a medium level and allow it to cook for 25 minutes, or until the glaze is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Stir the mixture every few minutes to keep the glaze from burning.
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
This makes about 1 cup of balsamic glaze.
It is very important to stir your glaze regularly. As the mixture becomes more and more reduced, it will be more prone to sticking to the pot.
The brown sugar helps speed up the cooking process and balance the sharp vinegar flavor of the balsamic vinegar.
You can make a balsamic glaze without brown sugar but you can expect it to take about 15-20 minutes longer to reduce.
You can store your glaze in the fridge for up to 3 weeks in an airtight container. We prefer to use a mason jar with a tight fitting lid.
This glaze makes a great addition to garden salads and can also be used as a dip served alongside crackers, fruit, veggies, etc.