Homemade Mayonnaise

INGREDIENTS

1 large egg yolk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste
1 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

PREPARATION

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the egg yolk, mustard, vinegar and salt and pepper. Stir with a wire whisk. Add the oil in a thin stream, while beating briskly. When the oil is incorporated, add the lemon juice and blend well.

YIELD

1 cup