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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Servings: 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

Container:food processor or blender

Directions

PREP

15 mins

READY IN

15 mins

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.

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