Sautéed Tomatoes with Vinegar

Quickly sautéing tomatoes and deglazing the hot pan with vinegar helps give a little character to the bland, firm tomatoes that are most commonly available. They take about two minutes to prepare and can be used as a side dish, especially for creamy or soft-textured foods that want the sparkle of something acidic. Different kinds of vinegars will lend their character to the tomatoes—sherry vinegar is strong and assertive; balsamic is sweet and rich; herb-infused wine vinegars carry the flav