My Grandmother's Mustard Sauce

My Grandmother's Mustard Sauce

In my family, this mustard sauce is as essential as the ham on the holiday table. It takes no time to whisk together, and it is so nice to have on hand for leftover ham sandwiches.  Not all dry mustards are created equally, and depending on the type you use, your sauce could taste unpleasantly strong. I don't have a strong preference of brands here, but in recent years I use the Tone's ground mustard, which I find at my local co-op.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sugar

    114 g

  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar

    70 g

  • 4 tablespoons ground mustard

    see notes above, 24 g

  • 4 egg yolks

    60 g roughly

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

    4 g

  • 1 cup heavy cream

    240 g

Directions

  1. 1

    Place a strainer over a medium-sized bowl (able to hold about 2 cups of liquid). Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer while monitoring closely and stirring often. As soon as the mixture comes to boil, pour it through the strainer into the bowl. Let cool, then cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge.

My Grandmother's Mustard Sauce

My Grandmother's Mustard Sauce

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About this Recipe

Looking for that perfect, bright counterpoint to rich holiday ham or a tangy spread for your everyday sandwiches? My Grandmother's Mustard Sauce is the simple, unforgettable recipe you've been waiting for. It’s a treasured family recipe, as essential to the table as the ham itself, and it takes mere minutes to bring together.

This recipe isn't just about delicious flavor; it's about simplicity and quality ingredients. In just minutes, you'll create a perfectly balanced sauce where the sweetness of sugar meets the tang of white wine vinegar, all mellowed by rich cream and brightened by the unique kick of ground mustard. The secret to its exceptional taste lies partly in selecting a good quality ground mustard, as your grandmother wisely knew; it prevents an unpleasantly strong flavor that some brands can impart.

Prepare for a sauce that's wonderfully versatile: creamy yet vibrant, with a distinct mustard tang softened by sugar and enriched by egg yolks and heavy cream. It's smooth, luscious, and provides a delightful zest that cuts through the richness of meats. The flavor profile is a harmonious blend of sweet, acidic, and savory, with that characteristic warmth only good ground mustard can provide. Despite its gourmet appeal, whipping up this sauce is incredibly straightforward, perfect for even the busiest cooks.

Grandmother's notes highlight the importance of ground mustard quality; while Tone's is recommended for a balanced flavor, feel free to explore other brands to find your preferred intensity. For a slightly different acidity, a good quality apple cider vinegar could be used in place of white wine vinegar for a subtly fruitier note, though it will alter the classic taste. You could also experiment with a touch less sugar if you prefer a sharper profile.

This mustard sauce truly shines alongside a festive holiday ham, offering a bright contrast to the meat's richness. It's also an absolute must-have for elevating simple leftover ham sandwiches into something extraordinary, making lunchtime feel special.

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