Answer: pickle

AnswerCrossword Clue
PICKLESpot
pickleThe liquid used to preserve food or other perishable items
pickleAn acid solution for cleaning metal objects
pickleAny food preserved in this way and used as a relish
pickleA difficult or messy situation
pickleA small cucumber preserved in vinegar, brine, or a similar solution
pickleto preserve (to keep safe from harm)
PICKLEIt may be made into spears
PICKLEDeli side
PICKLEDeli dill
PICKLEHamburger topper
PICKLEChoose the French jam (6)
PICKLEPicnic side
PICKLETight spot
PICKLEAwkward situation
PICKLEPredicament: Slang.
PICKLEGreen garnish.
PICKLESolution for preserving food.
PICKLEBurger-relish source
PICKLEBurger topping
PICKLESlice with some sandwiches
PICKLEEdible spear
PICKLEJam
PICKLEPredicament