Homemade Mayonnaise

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Homemade Mayonnaise

Recipe By : Better Homes & Gardens New Cookbook, 1987
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Salad Dressings

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
dash ground red pepper
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 cups oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice

In a small mixer bowl combine mustard, paprika, red pepper, and 1
teaspoon salt. Add egg yolks and vinegar; beat mixture at medium speed
of electric mixer till combined. Add the oil, 1 teaspoon at a time,
beating constantly. Continue adding oil 1 teaspoon at a time and
beating mixture till 1/4 cup oil has been added. While continuing to
beat, add the remaining oil in a thin, steady stream, alternating the
last 1/2 cup oil with the lemon juice.

Store for up to 4 weeks in a tightly covered jar in the refrigerator.
Makes about 2 cups.

Creamy Fruit Dressing:
Prepare mayonnaise above. Combine 1 cup mayonnaise with 1 cup dairy
sour cream, 1 1/2 teaspoons shredded orange peel, 3 tablespoons orange
juice, and 4 teaspoons sugar. Makes 2 1/4 cups.

Herb Dressing:
Prepare mayonnaise above. Combine 1 cup mayonnaise with 2 tablespoons
finely chopped onion, 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon dry sherry,
1 clove minced garlic, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon
dried mixed crushed salad herbs (I use italian herbs: i.e., basil,
marjoram, oregano, bay leaves, rosemary). Makes 1 1/4 cups.

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