Dijon mustard

Pantry staples like Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, fish sauce, or a splash of vinegar can ground your glaze, giving it the depth and acidity it needs to balance the sweetness.

Wine vinegar, Dijon mustard and fresh dill give the dressing punchy high notes.

In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, the remaining tablespoon of sherry vinegar, Dijon mustard, dill, and black pepper.

Dijon mustard can bring a flavorful kick to marinades, dressings and sauces, and so can fresh or dried herbs, such as basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, parsley and cilantro.

For our take, we cook pancetta and shallots with Dijon mustard, olive oil and sherry vinegar for a bright yet comforting dressing to drizzle onto the greens just before serving.