Plus, tips on how to cook with it.

Keep reading for everything you should probably know about this underrated ingredient!

Here too, it will be written as Aceto Balsamico di Modena Tradizionale in Italian.

Human hand pouring balsamic vinegar into salad

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If the bottle is any other shape, its not Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena.

The flavor can range from extremely tangy, to rich and velvety.

I recommend using it onmeat dishes, fresh pasta, and dessertsice creamin particular, Morini notes.

Two bottles of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO

Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO

Never [store Balsamic Vinegar of Modena]in the refrigerator, according to the Consortia.

How Long Does Balsamic Vinegar Last?

Given their versatility however, its rare they last too long in your pantry!, Morini adds.

Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI on ice cream

Balsamic Vinegar of Modena Consortium

Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO, say its Consortium reps.