Mustard Lovers Will Rejoice
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I love mustard. In fact, I am that girl who always uses mustard in place of mayonnaise if I can find a way. I like good mustard, though, not just any old yellow variety you can buy for less a dollar a jar. I love the hearty, full-flavored stuff that isn’t going to reply on a lot of vinegars and other fillers to bolster the flavor.
You might understand that excitement ensued when I was asked to try a couple of varieties of Grey Poupon Mustards and give my honest review of the products. I did not have to be asked twice.
I was given two new varieties of Grey Poupon – Harvest Coarse Ground and Hearty Spicy Brown. I prefer a more authentic presentation of the mustard seeds and these varieties both shine a spotlight firmly on the mustard itself.
The Harvest Coarse Ground was a lot less rugged than I expected. It has whole mustard seeds and a scant number of other ingredients so that it is focused almost exclusively on the nature of the mustard seed. As soon as I tasted it, I went to the freezer and got out some boneless, skinless chicken breasts to thaw. I knew that aside from its many other uses, this mustard was going to be fantastic as both a coating and a garnish for pan-seared chicken.
Just take a look at the whole mustard seeds in this product. They are soft and flavorful, not overpowering, and absolutely elegantly earthy.
My Recipe
I used the course ground mustard as a rub for my chicken breasts and then sautéed them in butter, salt, pepper and the tiniest dusting of hot red pepper. I wanted to keep it simple. Once they were fully cooked, I served the chicken with more of the Grey Poupon Harvest Coarse Ground and some steamed veggies. It was wonderfully fresh and authentic. I have to say that I will buy more of the Coarse Ground mustard. Its versatility is too good to pass up.
When I opened the Hearty Spicy Brown and smelled the yellow onions that are in the blend, I immediately thought of a grilled hot dog or a nice Bratwurst. I found this mustard to have a sharper tang and the mustard in its organic state did not hit my palette first. I found that the vinegar and the onions were at the top of the flavors. I am an onion freak – I’ll admit that. I love them raw, cooked, in dishes, and any other way you can fathom.
The Spicy Brown has a warm aftertaste and a creamy quality. Just a note: That aftertaste did not last long, but I wasn’t crazy about it while it did last. I don’t have any Brats or hotdogs in the house, but this sure made a turkey sandwich taste amazing. I’m also keen on trying it in potato salad.
Here is my most important point: Kraft’s Grey Poupon mustards are not pricey. In fact, they are far les than most other gourmet varieties and with these new varieties; I can honestly say that they far out perform the expensive, boutique brands I have been buying. I feel foolish for having spent so much money on the other mustards in my cabinet now.
Great Review!
OOoo..I have brats in the freezer! Great review, by the way. Yeah, that big picture of the spoon of coarse ground mustard made me want to reach out and take a bite of it!