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Basic Mayonnaise Recipe

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A thick and creamy French sauce used as a condiment to be spread over foods such as sandwich bread and crackers, or served as a dip. It can also be used as a thickener or base for other dressings.

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Directions

In blender or food processor, combine egg, dry mustard, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and 1/4 cup of oil.
Turn machine on and slowly add the remaining oil in a thin stream. If mayonnaise appears too thick, add drops of lemon juice while machine is running.
Serve immediately or refrigerate in a covered container. Can be refrigerated for 2-3 days.
*A combination of lemon juice and vinegar may be used, or white wine, or vinegar and water combined. The amount of vinegar will alter the taste.

Container: food processor or blender

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Serving Description: Makes 1 cup

Ingredients

-		1 egg yolk, large egg
-		3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
-		1/4 teaspoon salt
-		1 pinch ground black pepper
-		1 dash cayenne pepper
-		2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice*
-		1 cup oil, extra virgin olive oil, canola, or combination of each

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