SALADS: This is basically a variation in making home-made mayonnaise with a twist. The addition of fresh herbs enhances the favour of the end product.

HERB MAYONNAISE:

2 egg yolks                                         

2 tsp. each Dijon mustard & lemon juice                                

1 cup olive oil

½ cup corn oil                                     

2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar

2 tbsp. minced parsley                        

1 tbsp. each minced fresh basil & fresh chives                       

salt and pepper to taste

In a large mixing bowl whisk together egg yolks, mustard and lemon juice. Add olive oil and corn oil drop by drop, whisking in to form a mayonnaise. Alternately, follow technique of making “Blender Mayonnaise”

Blend in fresh herbs, salt and pepper.  Add more lemon juice if necessary to thin mayonnaise. Refrigerate until needed.