Cookbook:German Style Sweet Mustard (Senf)

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Senf is German for "mustard". This particular senf, known as 'Süßer Senf', has a sweet, yet sharp taste that makes it great on sandwiches and crackers. While this recipe is from a 3rd or 4th generation German American, such recipes are said to originate from the southern parts of Germany (Bavaria).

Ingredients

 * 1.7 oz dry ground mustard
 * ½ tsp sugar
 * ½ cup vinegar
 * ½ tsp salt
 * pepper

Procedure

 * 1) Mix sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper together. Mix in water.
 * 2) Mix in vinegar last, as the mustard will lose some of its flavour if vinegar is introduced too early.
 * 3) Stir using a wire whisk to prevent lumps.
 * 4) Add some water if too thick.

Notes, tips, and variations

 * It gets better as it cools and ages awhile.