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History Cookbook: Eggless Mayonnaise

This recipe is in categories World War 2, Picnic, Salads

About this recipe
Healthiness : (13 votes)
Difficulty:  2 out of 5 difficulty
Comments: This seems a simple recipe but judging the mixing and getting the consistency right can be quite difficult.
Preparation Time: 20-30 minutes
Number of servings: Enough to accompany 4 salads.
Serving suggestions: Serve with Fresh salad.


This recipe provided an alternative to mayonnaise made with eggs, as eggs were a rationed food during WW2. It was submitted by Furgus Martin, Chef at the Robinson College, Wyboston Lakes.
Ingredients
  • 1 small baked potato
  • 5ml /1 tsp mustard
  • Salt
  • About 2 teaspoons vinegar
  • 150ml ¼ pt salad oil
Equipment
  • Peeler
  • Chopping Board
  • Masher
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
Making and cooking it
Always wash your hands before preparing food Always wash your hands before preparing food.

  1. Peel and mash the potato
  2. Stir in the mustard and salt
  3. Add the vinegar  beating well
  4. Beat in the salad oil slowly, adding only a little at a time and mixing well
Related files
Microsoft Word document eggless_mayonnaise.doc Eggless Mayonnaise Word Document


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