Rosemary Balsamic Marinade

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Whisk together the vinegar, oil, garlic, and pepper in a nonreactive bowl. Scatter half the rosemary in a shallow nonreactive dish; arrange the meat on top. Cover with the marinade; rub gently into meat. Sprinkle with the remaining rosemary. Cover; refrigerate for the length of time specified below, turning the meat occasionally.

   Step 2

   Before cooking, remove the marinating meat from the refrigerator, and let it come to a cool room temperature. Wipe off bits of garlic or rosemary; discard the marinade. Season with salt and pepper; cook as desired.

2. Marinating Times

   Step 3

   Shellfish: 20 minutes

3. Step 4

   Cheese, tofu, and vegetables: 30 minutes

4. Step 5

   Thin and flaky fish fillets: 30 minutes

5. Step 6

   Thick and fatty fish fillets: 1 hour

6. Step 7

   Beef, chicken, game, lamb, and pork: 6 to 24 hours