Make Your Own Mayo...It's Easier Than You Think!!

Ever find yourself having a sandwich that's a little blah? Maybe grilling some gourmet burgers this summer and looking for that extra something to put it over the top? Try making your own mayonnaise! It sounds a bit daunting to some (it definitely did me!), but when the chef finished the demo it I couldn't help but say "really!?! That's it?"...loud enough for the chef to hear...woops :p But it really was that easy! And it was a fast, simple way to put a homemade touch on your food.

The first step is to get your ingredients and tools set up. You will need a

good whisk and a stainless steel bowl as well as:

2 Egg yolks

1.5oz Lemon juice or light vinegar (wrap your lemon in cheesecloth for a

quick strain)

16floz Vegetable oil

6floz Cold water

1tsp Dry mustard

Salt & Pepp (optional) to taste

Whisk yolks with a bit of

water, mustard, salt, and lemon juice.

Start to pour the oil in SLOWLY while whisking vigorously, as oil begins to incorporate you can add the oil more quickly. AND

THAT'S IT!

If it gets too thick whisk in a bit more water. Season with more lemon

juice, salt, or pepper. It makes a great base to add minced garlic to make a

zesty spread on burgers, or cayenne pepper for a spicy topping on a grilled chicken sandwich!