Have grill masters on your Christmas list? Consider giving them a special homemade mustard flavored with maple syrup, allspice and turmeric. Everyone just loves it. —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
Spiced Maple Mustard
Spiced Maple Mustard
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Yield
1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon whole allspice
- 3/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons water, divided
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Place allspice on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. In a small bowl, mix 3/4 cup water, vinegar and maple syrup until blended; set aside. In a small saucepan, mix flour, cornstarch, mustard, turmeric, salt and remaining water until smooth. Gradually whisk in vinegar mixture. Add spice bag. Simmer over medium heat until thickened, 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Discard spice bag. Transfer to a covered container; cool slightly. Refrigerate until cold. Store in refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts
1 tablespoon: 19 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 111mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
