3 tb Mustard seeds 1/3 c Dry mustard, preferably -imported 1/2 c Hot tap water 1/2 c White wine vinegar 1/2 c Dry white wine or dry -white vermouth Big pinch of cinnamon 1/2 ts Dried tarragon, crumbled 1/2 ts Dill seed 2 ts Coarse (kosher) salt Big pinch of ground cloves 1 ts Honey 1 tb Green peppercorns (drained -water-packed or freeze -dried)
1. Combine the mustard seeds, dry mustard, water, and vinegar in a bowl
and let stand for at least 3 hours. 2. In a small saucepan, bring to a boil
the wine or vermouth, cinnamon, tarragon, dill seed, salt, and cloves.
Strain into the mustard mixture and stir. Add the honey and green
peppercorns. 3. Scape into a food processor or blender and whirl to a
puree. 4. Transfer to the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Cook
for about 10 minutes, stirring often. (The mixture should be a bit softer
than finished mustard, as it will thicken as it cools). Crush a few more
peppercorns slightly and add, if you like texture and a little more bite.
5. Scrape into a jar, cool, and refrigerate. Keeps indefinitely. Makes
about 1 cup
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