I always knew mayo was made with eggs and oil, and we have had chickens for years now. I have been avoiding making my own, however, because I kept reading horror stories about stiff arms for days and mayo that wouldn't set or would separate within minutes of coming out of the fridge. In short, I was chicken. Then one magic day I found that you can make mayonnaise in the blender! It is super easy! Even with full-price (not on sale, no coupons) vegetable oil, making your own mayo is about a third of the price of buying it. I will soon start buying my oil by the case for even bigger savings.
Look how easy:
In a blender, thoroughly blend:
1 egg
1 tsp ground mustard
1 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar
dash hot paprika
1/4 c oil
With blender still running, remove cover and add:
1/2 c oil
Once that is completely combined add:
3 tablespoons lemon juice
Let it blend and then:
1/2 c oil
That's it! I find the easiest way to get it out of the blender is to take off the blades, put the bottom into a wide-mouthed jar, and push the mayo into the jar with a rubber spatula. Now that wasn't so bad, was it?
NOTES: Yes, you can double the recipe, if you have a good strong blender. It will almost fill a standard mayonnaise jar if you do. You may need to use your spatula to help keep the blades running effectively, however. If you have a modern, $29.95 model blender (like one of mine is), you should probably stick to the small batches.
Substitutions:
You can substitute vinegar for the lemon juice. I tried this and Mr. Farmer preferred the lemon. You can use any red pepper of your choice for the paprika. Cayenne, Old Bay, etc. all work great.
Add-ins:
Make your own gourmet mayo! Add a teaspoon of garlic powder, dried dill, or horseradish at the beginning of the recipe.
I have been too chicken to try this as well. You make it look so easy!
ReplyDeleteWow, it's that easy? I'll have to try this, especially since I have chickens.
ReplyDeleteEt tu, Michele? Sewer of Quilts, Maker of Homemade Granola and Ice Cream?!?! I can't believe you were afraid! I promise, it is easier and less time consuming than sewing of any kind, and easier than baking a cake! It takes about 15 minutes, and that includes set up and clean up!
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