How a Tiny Splash of Vinegar Can Wake Up a Flat-Tasting Dinner

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Emma ReedTips Editor

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Sometimes dinner has enough salt, enough cooking time and plenty of ingredients, yet it still tastes a little dull. Before adding another spoonful of seasoning, consider whether it needs acidity. A small amount of culinary vinegar can sharpen a rich sauce or make vegetables taste more lively.

Taste a spoonful before changing the pot

Put a little of the cooked dish in a separate bowl. Add a few drops of vinegar, stir and taste. Compare it with an unaltered spoonful. This small test prevents you from turning a whole dinner sour while you are trying to fix it.

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