Aioli

This garlic mayonnaise is excellent with fish. Serve with grilled salmon, deep fried cod, or baked bass; it is good with these recipes and so many more. Vary the flavor by using olive oils from Greece, France, or Italy, but definitely choose an extra virgin olive oil. Do not store for more than a few hours.

Ingredients

• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• salt to taste
• ground black pepper to taste

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, beat eggs well with a wire whisk. Stir in garlic. Gradually add oil in a thin stream, beating constantly until light and creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in lemon juice. Refrigerate.