Abe wrote:

>>How do people feel about "Hellmans"? I have had the mayo but generally,
>>mayo is mayo, from one brand to the next, not much difference (though I
>>get a Mexican mayo that is made with lime juice) I am about to put my
>>shoes on and go out and purchase a bottle of Hellmans Italian Balsamic
>>vinaigrette.
>>I noticed it the other day for 3 dollars for a large bottle and
>>mentioned it to the "elderly relative" who was most desirous of
>>acquiring a bottle, she has not had it in over 40 years, since moving
>
>>from NYC to California.
> FYI, Hellman's and Best Foods brands are the same. It's Hellmans East
> of the Mississippi, and Best Foods West (it even says so on the
> bottle). As far as I'm concerned, the best bottled mayo out there.
> Occasionally, Hellman's shows up on the West coast and vice versa.
>
> Their dressings are also good, considering it's bottle stuff.
>


I am not impressed by the Hellmanns Balsamic Vinaigrette, though it
might make a good marinade. A bit oily, not tart (acidic) enough and
the seasoning is very mild. But the 'elderly relative' likes it and
that's why it was bought.
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JL