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Here's a tasty sauce you'll love - Cranberry Aioli. Mix mayo, cranberries, mustard, honey, and lemon juice. Add some garlic and pepper, and you've got something special. Great on sandwiches or as a dip.
Why Make It
This sauce does it all. Put it on sandwiches, use it as salad dressing, or serve it at parties. Make it spicy or keep it mild. Either way, it makes regular food taste better.
What You Need
- Mayo: Regular works best
- Cranberry Sauce: Whole berries are better
- Dijon Mustard: Adds kick
- Honey: For sweetness
- Lemon Juice: Fresh if you can
- Garlic Powder: Just a bit
- Salt: Pinch of kosher
- Pepper: Fresh ground
How to Make It
- Mix:
- Dump everything in a bowl. Stir till smooth.
- Chill:
- Cover and stick it in the fridge 30 minutes.
- Done:
- That's it - super easy!
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What Makes It Good
It's all about the mix - creamy mayo meets sweet-tart cranberries. Add mustard for zip, honey for sweet, lemon for fresh taste. Works any time of year, not just holidays.
About the Stuff You Use
Pick good mayo - it's the base. Use whole cranberry sauce for better texture. Fresh lemon juice tastes best, but bottled works too. Everything else just makes it better.
Ways to Use It
Try it on:
- Turkey sandwiches
- Burger spread
- Veggie dip
- Salad dressing
- Grilled chicken
- Sweet potato fries
Make It Spicy
Like heat? Add:
- Hot sauce
- Cayenne pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Chopped jalapeños
Start small - you can always add more.
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Keep It Fresh
Put it in a sealed container in the fridge. Good for about a week. Give it a stir before using. Don't freeze it - gets weird.
Quick tips:
- Make a small batch first
- Try it on different foods
- Mix up the spices how you like
- Let it chill before big meals
- Great for leftover turkey
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What's this sauce best for?
Perfect on turkey sandwiches. Dip raw veggies in it. Spread it on rolls. Put some on your holiday plate. Even good with french fries or chips.
- → Can I use homemade cranberry sauce?
Yep! Fresh cranberry sauce makes it taste even better. Just make sure it's cold before mixing. Chunky or smooth both work great.
- → How long does it stay good?
Keep it in a tight container in the fridge. Good for a week. If it gets watery on top, just stir it up.
- → Want to make it without mayo?
Use vegan mayo instead. Or try Greek yogurt for something different. Just know yogurt makes it more tangy.
- → What herbs taste good in it?
Fresh rosemary's great - chop it tiny. Thyme works too. Even orange zest is nice. Start with a little, you can always add more.
Conclusion
Like this? Try making cranberry muffins next time. Or cook up some cranberry mustard glaze for ham or turkey. Both use the same tangy cranberry taste.