The cult favorite has a different taste than most commercial mayos.
Dukes also has more eggs, making it thick, spreadable and delicious.
The Family History Behind Duke’s Mayo
Some people dont know the origin of Dukes Mayonnaise.
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On a salespersons suggestion, the mayonnaise became its own product, eclipsing the sandwich production.
By 1929, it was so popular that Duke couldnt keep up with the demand.
She made the choice to sell, but left a legacy in Greenville as an amazingly successful female entrepreneur.
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The guide also directs tourists to take the footbridge named for Eugenia Duke that crosses the Reedy River.
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Historical stops arent the only treat in store for Dukes fans.
After all, while the mayonnaise history is interesting, the real aficionados are ready to eat.
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The other places featured on the guide are all dedicated to Southern dishes highlighting Dukes Mayonnaise.
Her officialcookbookteaches cooks to make impeccable chicken salad along with scrambled eggs, pie crust, and evenchocolate cake.
Partnering with the brand, the cookbook came to life, celebrating the versatility of mayonnaise in Southern recipes.
Smoked Carolina Fish Dip.Credit:Jones Oyster House
Dukes is an essential sandwich spread, but it does so much more.
Its my secret ingredient to so many recipes.
It provides a tender crumb in a cake.
It helps grilled cheese brown up to crispy perfection.
It allows the magical maillard reaction to occur when its brushed on the outsides of meat.
It works great when breading chicken and other meat.
Its a tenderizer and locks in moisture when used as a marinade.
The list goes on, said Freeman.
Dukes Mayonnaise is still made in Greenville according to Eugenia Dukes original recipe.
Theres no better place to celebrate a sauce that is the not-so-secret ingredient to so many favorite foods.
