I've always been indifferent about mayonnaise. I neither liked nor disliked it. I used it to moisten an otherwise dry sandwich and found it a must for potato salad. All that's changed.
While grocery shopping, I spotted a new (at least to me) mayonnaise. It was Hellmann's Olive Oil mayonnaise. I'm not fond of olive oil either, but decided to give it a try.
Olive oil is third on the list of ingredients, after water and then soybean oil. I figured any replacement of soybean oil by olive oil would have health benefits. But, not being a health nut, I was more concerned with how it tasted.
It is good. For the first time in my life, I actually like mayonnaise. I think Hellmann was wise to use both oils. Pure olive oil may have been a bit much, while the blend is just right.
How does it taste? Like mayonnaise with a subtle kick. The olive oil adds interest to what would be just plain mayo. I tried it first on a turkey breast sandwich and liked it right away.
I like the way I make potato salad, kinda picky, really. I never thought I would change any of the ingredients. But now, I can't wait to make it with this olive oil mayo. I just know it's gonna be good.
No more store brand mayo for me. Sorry Walmart.
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Who makes Southern Home mayonnaise?
I spent a little time on the internet to see if I could find out who produces it. I couldn't tell for sure but it is probably C.F. Sauer, which is located in Mauldin SC. Their website says "The privately owned company also sells mayonnaise, salad dressings, margarine and cooking oils under a variety of brand names, including Dukes, Sauers, Gold Medal, Bama and Mrs.
Here is a helpful article about store brands but it doesn't' mention Southern Home directly.
www.consumeraffairs.com/
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