FOOLPROOF
HOMEMADE
MAYONNAISE
NOTES: You can whisk in additional lemon juice to taste
after the mayonnaise is finished if desired. Make sure to
season it pretty aggressively: mayonnaise tastes very flat
and greasy without enough salt. This mayonnaise can also
be made in a regular blender or in a standing mixer fitted
with a whisk attachment.
MAKES 2 CUPS
2 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice (from 1 lemon) or more to taste
1 medium clove garlic, minced or grated on a Microplane
(about 1 teaspoon; optional)
About 2 tablespoons water
1 cup canola oil
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
TO MAKE THE MAYONNAISE WITH AN
IMMERSION BLENDER
Combine the egg yolks, mustard, lemon juice, garlic (if
using), and 1 tablespoon water in a tall, narrow cup just