Basic Mayonnaise

Basic Mayonnaise

Equipment:

1 glass jar, preferably a pint jar, tall and narrow with

    a wide mouth.

Stick blender

Ingredients:

1 egg, possibly two , depending on size

1 cup light tasting olive oil

Juice of half of a lemon or lime, 2 to 3 teaspoons

Generous pinch of salt

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You may substitute avocado, almond, macadamia, or walnut oil for some of the oil.   

You can flavor the mayonnaise with Dijon or grainy mustard, minced garlic, or horseradish.

Fresh herbs will also do well added i.e. rosemary, thyme, oregano, or cracked black pepper or red pepper flakes.

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Directions:

Place your egg in jar with citrus juice and salt.  This is also the time to add any other flavoring you choose.  Pour the oil into the jar.  With an immersion blender or stick blender, place it deep into the jar and turn it on.  Do not lift the blender while running but move it in a circular motion at the bottom of the jar. You will never buy mayonnaise again!