Before cutting in, try pulling off the stem. Brown underneath usually means brown spots or rot inside; green underneath is a good sign the avocado is ready.
Two Mayonnaise Tricks, and an Avocado Ripeness Test
Avocados are one of the trickiest fruits to judge for freshness — once you cut one open, there's no taking it back. For an easy ripeness check, look at the stem: if it pulls off easily and is brown underneath, expect brown spots or worse inside; if it comes off easily and is a healthy green underneath, you're good to go.
Check an Avocado's Ripeness by the Stem
Prevent Flaky, Sticking Grilled Fish With Mayonnaise
Brush and glaze a fish fillet with a thin coat of mayonnaise before grilling, and it won't stick to the grill or flake apart. The thin coat doesn't change the flavor, but it does give the fish an appetizing, smoky, browned look.
Get Fluffier Eggs With Mayonnaise
Some people add a splash of milk for fluffier eggs, but a teaspoon of mayonnaise in the egg mixture works even better — the fat content takes the fluffiness up a notch without affecting the flavor.
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