Mango-Papaya Vinegar

Ingredients

 * 1 cup rice vinegar
 * ½ cup mint sprigs, crushed
 * 1 tsp peeled, minced fresh ginger
 * 6 peeled mango wedges, ½-inch thick
 * 6 peeled papaya slices, ½-inch thick
 * 1 tbsp sugar
 * 4 mint sprigs

Directions

 * 1) Combine first 5 ingredients in a widemouthed jar; cover and let stand 2 weeks in a cool, dark place, gently shaking jar occasionally.
 * 2) Strain the vinegar mixture through a cheesecloth-lined sieve into a glass measure or medium bowl, and discard solids.
 * 3) Combine vinegar mixture and sugar in a small non aluminum saucepan, and cook over low heat 5 minutes or until sugar dissolves.
 * 4) Cool.
 * 5) Pour into a decorative bottle; add mint sprigs.
 * 6) Seal with a cork or other airtight lid, and store in a cool, dark place.