Mayonnaise Essentials Faux Dukes Version Food

CONDIMENT ESSENTIALS: SPICY FISH SPREAD

Steps:

• 1. PREP/PREPARE
• 2. You will need a medium-sized mixing bowl, and whisk to make this recipe.
• 3. Storage of homemade condiments and spices Because homemade spices and condiments do not contain any preservatives, it is important to store them properly. Non-reactive (glass) containers with tight-fitting lids are a must. If I am making a dry spice, I love to use old spice bottles that I have run through the dishwasher. If I am doing homemade sauces, I love using Weck jars. They are all glass, come in all sizes and shapes, and have excellent leakproof lids. If you shop online, you can go to Amazon, and type in "Weck Jars" and you will find a ton of them. Dry spices should be kept in a cool space, away from sunlight (spice cabinet), and sauces, in most cases, should be stored in the fridge. This recipe if properly stored will last 12 - 14 days and will give you about 6 - 8 generous servings.
• 4. Since you are only using 1/2 can of tomatoes, and 1/2 can of the chilies, the extra can be placed into freezer bags, frozen, and used in other recipes.
• 5. I strongly recommend that you allow this recipe to rest in the fridge for several hours or, better yet overnight. This will give the ingredients a chance to get to know one another.
• 6. If you do not have any fire-roasted tomatoes, no worries. Use the regular type, just make sure that they are the crushed variety; not diced or whole.
• 7. Homemade Mayonnaise To be sure, there are some good store-bought mayo's on the market (my all-time favorite is Duke's) If you live in the South, you have probably seen it on the shelves of your local grocer; however, as you travel North, it becomes as scarce as hen's teeth. If you would like to take a stab at making your own (it really is not all that difficult), check out this recipe: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/spread/mayonnaise-essentials-faux-duke-s-version.html?r=1
• 8. Gather your ingredients (mise en place).
• 9. Shred the onion on the large holes of a box grater, then remove the excess moisture with a paper towel. Open the tomatoes and the green chilies, remove half from each can and let sit in a fine mesh strainer, until completely drained, about 5 minutes. Reserve the rest for other recipes. Finely chop the capers. Then add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl.
• 10. Whisk all the ingredients together, and properly store in the fridge until needed.
• 11. PLATE/PRESENT
• 12. I use it as a spread for fish sandwiches, and as a dip for things such as, fish fingers, and the like. Enjoy.
• 13. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

SANDWICH ESSENTIALS: GRILLED CHEESE - PIZZA STYLE

Steps:

• 1. PREP/PREPARE
• 2. You will need a small skillet to make this recipe.
• 3. Homemade Mayonnaise To be sure, there are some good store-bought mayo's on the market (my all-time favorite is Duke's) If you live in the South, you have probably seen it on the shelves of your local grocer; however, as you travel North, it becomes as scarce as hen's teeth. If you would like to take a stab at making your own (it really is not all that difficult), check out this recipe: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/spread/mayonnaise-essentials-faux-duke-s-version.html?r=1 Pizza Sauce If you are looking for a good Italian pizza sauce, check this one out: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/other-sauce-spread/italian-essentials-sardinian-pizza-sauce.html?r=2
• 4. What about the cheese? I used a mix of mozzarella, provolone, and mild colby, you could use any combination you choose; however, because it is supposed to be a "pizza" grilled cheese I think one of the choices should be mozzarella, or provolone.
• 5. Gather your ingredients (mise en place).
• 6. Brush 1 tablespoon of the mayonnaise on a slice of bread and lay it mayo-side down into a cold pan. Then brush the top portion of the bread with 1 tablespoon of the pizza sauce, followed by the cheese and pepperonis.
• 7. Add the second tablespoon of pizza sauce on a side of the other slice of bread and place it, sauce-side down on top of the other slice, and brush the remaining mayo on top.
• 8. Set pan to medium, and as it cooks, flip it a few times until the cheese is gooey and melty, and the bread toasty brown, a few minutes on each side.
• 9. PLATE/PRESENT
• 10. Cut up and serve with some warm pizza sauce for dipping. Enjoy.
• 11. Keep the faith and keeping cooking.

SALAD/DIP ESSENTIALS: MAYO/MUSTARD/HONEY DELIGHT

Steps:

• 1. PREP/PREPARE
• 2. Homemade Mayonnaise To be sure, there are some good store-bought mayo's on the market (my all-time favorite is Duke's) If you live in the South, you have probably seen it on the shelves of your local grocer; however, as you travel North, it becomes as scarce as hen's teeth. If you would like to take a stab at making your own (it really is not all that difficult), check out this recipe: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/sauce-spread/spread/mayonnaise-essentials-faux-duke-s-version.html?r=1
• 3. If you do not want to use pickle juice, you can always substitute an equal amount of freshly squeezed lemon juice, or perhaps some apple-cider vinegar.
• 4. Gather your ingredients (mise en place).
• 5. Whisk all the ingredients together, and store in a non-reactive container in the fridge until required.
• 6. PLATE/PRESENT
• 7. Use on salads, drizzle over fish or chicken, or as a dip. Enjoy.
• 8. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.