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Melty Cheese Slices

Many an American childhood involves processed cheese—there's just something about a warm grilled cheese, filled with gooey, melty Kraft American, or a big bowl of creamy Velveeta Shells &…

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Japanese (Kewpie-Style) Mayo

Japanese mayonnaise (and Kewpie brand in particular) is beloved worldwide for its delightful spreadability, savory flavor, and sunny disposition. Why does it rise above…

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Homemade Heinz-Style Ketchup

This isn’t one of those flat-flavored “artisanal” ketchups they serve at gastropubs and upscale burger joints. Those usually leave us wishing we had a few packets of Heinz in our pockets. Because…

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Avocado Purée

This tony cousin of guacamole is a rich, buttery spread of pure, savory avocado. Tacos, burgers, chips, and tartare will all benefit from this bright-green vegan mayo. Try pairing it with ceviche…

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Caramelized Onions

What smells better than onions browning on the stove? Nothing we can think of. Caramelized onions taste amazing too, lending rich, satisfying deliciousness to all kinds…

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Red Onion Jam

Enhanced with a vinegar-and-red-wine reduction—plus sugar, salt, and a bit of malic acid—our sweet, tangy, and bold Red Onion Jam is a suitable match for even the richest red meats and most…

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Sweet and Sticky BBQ Glaze

In Texas, beef barbecue is king. And many purists discourage sauce—in the central part of Texas most barbecue joints don't even put it out. The pitmasters of Eastern Texas are more permissive with…

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Beef Demi-Glace

Though the French canon does not technically categorize a demi-glace as a “mother sauce”—those sauces from which numerous others are derived—this sauce is, in fact, the springboard for many…

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Umami Mushroom Ketchup
Tomatoes make great ketchup because of their umami flavor properties. But mushrooms also make fantastic ketchup—they naturally contain MSG which makes them an umami powerhouse.
This super umami and super silky mushroom ketchup ticks all the boxes that make a great condiment. It’s sweet, acidic and super savory. Did we mention that it’s savory? Chock-full of toasty umami-rich mushrooms and onions from the grill and balanced with brown sugar and apple cider vinegar, it’ll be the secret ingredient hit of the summer!
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