Flavor Enhancing Sauce

Summary

Author:	Chef Mike Menge
Source:	Chef Mike, Blue Moose Restaurant, Blue Hill ME, USA
Preparation time:	5 minutes
Cook time:	10 minutes
Total time:	15 minutes

Introduction

I spent the summer of 2003 working at a restaurant in Blue Hill, Maine. Chef Mike Menge cooked up a batch of this special flavor enhancer. Add a tablespoon or more to your favorite soups and sauces to make the flavor pop!

Ingredients

Amount	Measure	Name	Preparation
2	cups	yellow onion	sliced
1⅓	cups	white vinegar
2⅔	cups	water
1	TBS	crushed red pepper flakes

Equipment

stock pot
chef knife
cuting board

Procedure

Combine all ingredients and bring to a boil.
Simmer 5 minutes, then cool and refrigerate.

Serving

Add to soups and sauces to enhance flavor.