How to Make Mayonnaise

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Homemade mayonnaise is divine, and it's so easy, you won't settle for anything else after you try it. You can make mayonnaise in a blender, in a food processor, or by hand. This recipe yields about 1 cup of mayonnaise.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

1 1/2 c (for blender) or 1 c. (for whisk) olive (not virgin) oil - or canola oil
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. (or to taste) apple cider vinegars , white wine vinegar, or lemon juice
1 pasteurized eggs - plus 1 yolk for blender method
1 tsp. prepared mustard
2 tsp. (or to taste) apple cider vinegars , white wine vinegar, or lemon juice
1 tsp. prepared mustard
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c (for blender) or 1 c. (for whisk) olive (not virgin) oil - or canola oil
1 pasteurized eggs - plus 1 yolk for blender method

Blender or Food Processor Method

Step 1

In the blender or food processor, mix 1 egg and 1 yolk with the mustard and salt.
Step 2

With the blender or processor running, slowly add 1 1/2 c. oil in a thin, steady stream. (In the food processor, leave the insert in the feed tube and let the oil drip through the hole in the insert.)
Step 3

Add the vinegar.
Step 4

Store in the coldest part of your refrigerator (the bottom and back) for up to two weeks.

Whisk Method

Step 1

Whisk the egg, mustard and salt together in a small bowl.
Step 2

Continue to whisk as you begin to add 1 c. oil drop by drop.
Step 3

As the mixture begins to thicken, add the oil a little more quickly, ending in a thin, steady stream.
Step 4

Whisk in the vinegar.