Name: Classic Homemade Mayonnaise (Just Like Mom Used to Make)
Ingredients: 1 hard-boiled egg yolk; 1 raw egg yolk; 1 heaping tablespoon of mustard; Vegetable oil (as needed – add gradually)

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Classic Homemade Mayonnaise (Just Like Mom Used to Make)

Ingredients

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1 hard-boiled egg yolk
1 raw egg yolk
1 heaping tablespoon of mustard
Vegetable oil (as needed – add gradually)

Instructions

Boil the egg:
1. - Place one egg in a small pot and cover with water.
  - Boil until the yolk is fully hard.
  - Transfer to a cup of cold water and let it cool completely for easier peeling.
Prep the yolk base:
1. - Peel the boiled egg and remove the yolk.
  - Place the hard-boiled yolk in a mixing bowl and mash it well with a fork.
  - (Optional: For extra smoothness, press it through a fine sieve.)
Start the emulsion:
1. - Add the mustard and the raw egg yolk to the mashed yolk.
  - Stir together until well combined.
Incorporate the oil:
1. - Begin adding vegetable oil little by little, stirring constantly with a spoon or whisk.
  - Keep mixing until the oil is fully incorporated before adding more.
  - Continue until you reach your desired quantity and consistency.
Optional shortcut:
1. - If you're in a hurry, you can use a hand mixer to speed up the emulsifying process.
This creamy, flavorful mayonnaise is perfect on bread with a pinch of salt, in salads, or as a base for sauces.