Chances are, if you’re a lover of condiments, you’ve got a jar of mayonnaise hanging out in your fridge at all times. It’s practically a must for any sandwich recipe you can think of! But mayo isn’t some one-trick pony relegated to tuna or egg salad. Oh no, there are endless recipes with mayonnaise. So whether you want to make the most of your homemade recipe or just use up what’s left in the jar, try these ways to use mayonnaise. Some even might surprise you!
If you live in certain places like the South or Midwest, you might immediately think of creamy macaroni or potato salads. Indeed, mayo makes BBQ side dishes shine, and you’ll find Ree Drummond’s perfected versions of both on this list. It’s also the secret to making other sauces like garlic aioli, party dips, and dressings from scratch, like homemade ranch. The creamy emulsion takes the guesswork out of thickening them and keeping them that way.
If you really want some unexpected ways to use mayonnaise, just wait until you see Ree’s twist on a whole roast turkey. Even people who dislike mayo (can you imagine?!) won’t even know it’s there. So head on over to the fridge, see how much you’ve got left, then plan accordingly. You’ll find mayonnaise recipes here that use just a few tablespoons, while others use it by the cupful. So no matter what you’ve got on hand, it’ll go to good use.
Homemade Ranch Dressing
Skip the bottled kind and make ranch dressing from scratch. It’s very easy to do when you start with jarred mayo for creaminess and thickness.
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Deviled Eggs
Fact: It’s not a party or celebration unless deviled eggs are present. And the most classic way to make the creamy filling is a dollop of mayo!
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Crab Cakes
You can’t make crab cakes without some mayo to bind the ingredients together. It also makes a tangy dipping sauce that’s not to be missed!
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Macaroni Salad
There are a lot of pasta salad recipes out there, and people have opinions. Don’t worry, you won’t go wrong with Ree’s “creamy, crunchy, and all around perfect” version.
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Perfect Potato Salad
Similarly, there are endless potato salads in the world. Make everyone happy with a creamy mayo and mustard base with tons of mix-ins like hard-boiled eggs, pickles, and bacon.
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Mexican Street Corn (Elote)
If you don’t think corn on the cob can get any better, then you haven’t tried elote. Grilled cobs are covered in mayo and seasoned with chili powder, Cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
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Herb Mayonnaise Roast Turkey
You don’t actually taste the mayo in this recipe. What it does is lock in the meat’s moisture, crisp up the skin, and help the fresh herbs cling to every inch of the bird.
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Artichoke Chicken
If you’ve got a half cup of mayo, a block of cream cheese, and a can of artichoke hearts on hand, this casserole will be your family’s new favorite dinner.
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Waldorf Salad
This retro classic is full of crunchy, refreshing ingredients like celery, apples, toasted walnuts, grapes, and raisins. The creamy, lemony mayo-based dressing pulls it all together.
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Spinach Dip
Many amazing creamy dips start with mayo because it’s thick enough to hold a lot of mix-ins like spinach, garlic, scallions, water chestnuts, and pimentos for tons of flavor and texture.
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Alabama White Sauce
This creamy and garlicky sauce is a BBQ Southern favorite for garnishing chicken, pork, brisket, and other grilled foods. It might just become your new go-to for summer cookouts.
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Ranch Slaw
You can’t have a cookout without a creamy and tangy slaw. It comes together in just minutes if you use packaged slaw mix (and mayo, of course).
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Lobster Rolls
There are two classic ways to make lobster rolls: warm with butter or cold with a creamy mayo dressing. If you prefer the latter, you can easily make them at home.
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Broccoli Salad
Get ready for a ton of flavor in every bite! This salad features crunchy broccoli, smoky almonds, bacon, and dried cranberries. They all tie together with a creamy dressing made with your favorite condiment.
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