I was reflecting a lot on our times in Leavenworth, WA as I was making this Roasted Garlic Mustard recipe. Leavenworth is a little Bavarian Village nestled away in Northern Washington. In the winter the buildings are covered in white twinkle lights and there are horse drawn sleigh rides through the snow covered town. It’s beautiful!
The first time we went to Leavenworth, Michael and I were dating and we rode two-up on his cruiser. It turned out to be quite an adventurous motorcycle run that resulted in 18 hours of riding in two days. Michael is still mad at me to this day for dozing off a little on the way back during the last stretch home… apparently it’s dangerous…
A few years later we found ourselves with family back in Leavenworth saying our vows that we live by today! I can’t wait to get on the bike and do that run again… although, since having the baby it might take me a little time to drop some pounds to fit back into my leathers :/
While we were in Leavenworth for the wedding we came across a little mustard shop. It had every flavor of mustard you ever imagine! We sampled so many different flavors of mustard I can’t even remember them all. It was a blur of deliciousness.
I referred to the 1886 Royal Baking Powder Company Cook Book when making my Roasted Garlic Mustard recipe. This adaption of the “Made Mustard” recipe has a zing! For those hot food lovers you probably wont think it’s that strong, I’m a little more sensitive to spicy foods. It would probably be classified as “medium” after mellowing for 2 days. Keep in mind that the longer you keep it in a cool place before using it, the more it will mellow in flavor.
- 4 tablespoons powdered yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoons oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 small bulb of garlic (roasted and smoothed into a paste)
- vinegar
- With the mustard in a small bowl pour a small amount of boiling water on it just to moisten into a very thick paste
- Work in the oil mixing with a fork or spoon until all is absorbed
- Stir in salt, pepper, sugar, and garlic combining thoroughly
- Work in vinegar until desired consistency is reached
- Pour into desired storage container; pour a little oil on top
- Secure lid tightly and store at room temperature to mellow for 2-14 days for the flavor to mellow; then store in the refrigerator.
How much sugar? I see it in the instructions but not in the ingredient list. Thank you in advance! I love homemade mustard. I would like to give this a try.
oops! Thank you for calling this to my attention! I made the correction above: 2 teaspoons of white sugar 🙂
Oh yum! Mustard is my absolute favorite condiment – I have at least 8 jars in my fridge right now. You’ve inspired me to start making my own!
Wonderful! I’m honored to have sparked some inspiration!