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Best Foods Hacks

There are so many reasons to love mayonnaise, because there are so many ways to use mayonnaise. Everyone knows you can spread it on sandwiches, but did you know you can also use mayonnaise to make fluffy scrambled eggs or even a moist chocolate cake? The secret to mayonnaise’s versatility is that it’s made with eggs, oil and vinegar and can act as a substitute for all these ingredients when cooking, grilling or baking. Explore our tips, tricks and secret ways to use Best Foods with our top 12 favorite mayonnaise hacks below.

1. PARMESAN CRUSTED CHICKEN

Our delicious and easy-to-make Parmesan Crusted Chicken is one of our most crowd-pleasing recipes. And with mayonnaise as the key ingredient, what’s not to love?

2. CHOCOLATE CAKE IN A CUP

Next time you have a late night sugar craving, our Chocolate Cake in a Cup uses mayonnaise instead of eggs and butter or oil to mix up a yummy treat in minutes.

3. PERFECTLY CRISPY GRILLED CHEESE

Here’s a secret you’re definitely allowed to spread. Using Best Foods Real Mayonnaise in place of butter helps you create deliciously crispy Grilled Cheese. Not only does mayonnaise spread more easily on the outside of your sandwich than butter does, but it also grills for the perfect golden brown every time.

4. CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Make mayonnaise your secret weapon when whipping up Mashed Potatoes. Use Best Foods instead of butter for a creamy, rich texture and delicious taste.

5. SCRAMBLED EGGS

The best mornings start with mayonnaise. Just a touch of Best Foods with eggs instead of milk helps make for lighter and fluffier scrambled eggs. Don’t believe us? Just try our signature Scrambled Eggs recipe.

6. MOIST CHOCOLATE CAKE

Shh… it’s a secret. The world’s best chocolate cake is actually made with mayonnaise. Best Foods replaces butter or oil for a lighter and moister texture in our Moist Chocolate Cake recipe.

7. LEFTOVER TURKEY CASSEROLE

Need inspiration for your Thanksgiving leftovers? Or maybe you’re just craving your favorite holiday dishes. Bring your food back to life with a little Best Foods. Adding mayonnaise to our Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Casserole recipe makes leftover mashed potatoes and turkey taste as moist as on Thanksgiving Day.

8. ROAST TURKEY

Whether it’s for Thanksgiving or just a family meal, no turkey is complete without Best Foods. Roast Turkey with mayonnaise brushed under and over the skin and sprinkle with your favorite poultry seasoning. Plus, use the delicious leftovers and a little more mayonnaise to create sandwiches the next day.

9. CHOC-O CHIP BARS

Mayonnaise and dessert are a match made in foodie heaven. Just reach for Best Foods Real Mayonnaise next time you run out of eggs and butter or oil when baking. Plus, Best Foods Vegan spread is the secret ingredient in our deliciously moist Choc-O Chip Bars.

oven fried chicken with potato wedges and dipping sauce

10. OVEN FRIED CHICKEN

Dreaming of crispy fried chicken? You don’t need an air or deep fryer to make our deliciously golden Balsamic Italian Oven Fried Chicken. Using mayonnaise instead of an egg wash helps hold breadcrumbs better and makes the chicken juicy and crisp, without the excess deep frying oil.

11. BEST EVER JUICY BURGER

Best Foods burger will tantalize your taste buds! Best Foods mayonnaise makes the patties super juicy and delicious!

pancakes with blueberries and maple syrup

12. AMERICAN PANCAKES

When it comes to breakfast, no eggs is no problem. One of our favorite Best Foods Hacks is using mayonnaise instead of eggs and oil to make our fluffy and scrumptious American Pancakes recipe.

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