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Garlic Mayonnaise

(recipe, Paula Wolfert)

Ingredients

1. 5 garlic cloves, crushed
2. Sea salt and freshly ground pepper
3. 1¼ cups extra-virgin olive oil
4. 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
5. 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Steps

1. In a mortar, crush the garlic into a fine purée; add 1 teaspoon salt and a few drops of olive oil to make a paste. Add the egg yolks and beat until thick and smooth.
2. Gradually work in the remaining oil drop by drop in a slow, steady stream, stirring in one direction only until you obtain a thick, creamy emulsion that resembles a very thick mayonnaise. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
3. Cover with plastic wrap and keep in a cool place until ready to serve.