Classic Comeback Sauce Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed: None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, chili sauce, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and lemon juice until well combined.
2. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl and whisk until fully incorporated.
3. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Serve the sauce chilled with your favorite dishes.

10 minutes
Temperature: None
Serving size: Makes about 1 1/2 cups of sauce

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 350mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 3g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 0g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any brand of mayonnaise, ketchup, chili sauce, or hot sauce that you prefer.
- If you don't have Dijon mustard, you can use yellow mustard instead.
- You can use fresh garlic and onion instead of the powder if you prefer.

Variations:
- For a spicier sauce, add more hot sauce or cayenne pepper.
- For a sweeter sauce, add more ketchup or honey.
- For a tangier sauce, add more lemon juice or vinegar.

Tips and tricks:
- This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Use this sauce as a dip for fries, chicken tenders, or vegetables.
- This sauce also makes a great dressing for salads or sandwiches.

Storage instructions:
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Reheating instructions:
- This sauce is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sauce in a small bowl or ramekin alongside your favorite dishes.

Garnishes:
- You can garnish the sauce with chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley or chives.

Pairings:
- This sauce pairs well with burgers, sandwiches, chicken tenders, fries, and vegetables.

Suggested side dishes:
- Serve this sauce alongside a side salad, coleslaw, or roasted vegetables.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or milk to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to refrigerate the sauce promptly after making it and discard any leftovers after a week.

Food history:
- Comeback sauce is a popular condiment in the Southern United States, particularly in Mississippi and Louisiana.

Flavor profiles:
- This sauce is creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve this sauce as a dip or dressing alongside your favorite dishes.

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Taste: Tangy, Creamy, Savory, Spicy, Sweet, Zesty