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Saffron Mayonnaise

5.0

(2)

Serve over freshly steamed vegetables.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1/2 cup

Ingredients

1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
1/2 cup mayonnaise or reduced-calorie mayonnaise
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Bring water and saffron just to boil in heavy small saucepan. Remove from heat. Stir and let steep 15 minutes to release saffron color and flavor.

    Step 2

    Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice and garlic to blend in small bowl. Gradually whisk in saffron water. Cover and store in refrigerator.

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