• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
• 2 to 3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme or sage
• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Melt butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. When butter begins to foam, cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes, just until the butter turns golden brown and smells nutty, swirling pan several times to avoid scorching. Remove pan from heat and stir in the herbs, garlic and vinegar.