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Basil Mayonnaise Recipe

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From Emeril's New Orleans Cooking by Emeril Lagasse (Wm Morrow), for About.com

Homemade basil mayonnaise is fast and easy to make in a blender or food processor. If you are concerned about using raw egg yolk, buy irradiated eggs which are now available in most markets.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped green onions
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8 turns fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 cup olive oil

Preparation:

Combine the egg, lemon juice, basil, green onions, salt, and pepper in a food processor or blender and puree for 15 seconds. While the processor is running, slowly stream in the olive oil.

When all of the oil has been added, turn off the machine and scrape down the sides and cover. Process again until the mixture becomes a thick mayonnaise. Remove the mayonnaise to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Use within 24 hours.

Yield: 1 cup

Recipe Source: Emeril's New Orleans Cooking by Emeril Lagasse (Wm Morrow)
Reprinted with permission.

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