Basic Mayonnaise

Makes 300ml

• 3 egg yokes
• 1tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp white wine vinegar
• salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 250ml vegetable or salad (non scented) oil
• 2 tsp lemon juice

To Make:

1. Place the egg yokes, mustard and vinegar in a bowl, add a little salt and pepper.

2. Place the bowl on a wet cloth on a vlat surface. This will help keep the bowl steady as you add the oil.

3. Slowly whisk in the oil, pouring it in a fine steady stream from a jug or ladle.

4. Whisk continuously until the mayonnaise begins to thicken; by the time all the oil has been added the mayonnaise will be thick in texture.

5. Add the lemon juice and adjust the seasoning to personal taste.

6 Mayonnaise will keep 4-5 days if covered in the refrigerator.