Simple Homemade Mayonnaise

Method

• step 1

  Sit a large bowl on a cloth to stop it moving. Put the egg yolks into the bowl with the Dijon mustard and a little seasoning and whisk well until smooth.

• step 2

  Gradually add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking all the time. You should have a smooth, quite thick mayonnaise that stands in peaks.

• step 3

  Add lemon juice to taste and briefly whisk.

• step 4

  If it's too thick, whisk in a few drops of warm water to give a good consistency.