The Twentieth Century Home Cook Book

Practical recipes and household wisdom from 1906 — when the icebox was high technology and dinner had nine courses.

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Mayonnaise Dressing

One teaspoonful mustard.

One teaspoonful powdered sugar.

Half teaspoonful salt.

One-quarter saltspoonful cayenne.

Yolks of two eggs.

One pint olive oil.

Two tablespoonfuls vinegar.

Two tablespoonfuls lemon juice.

Mix the first four ingredients in a small bowl; add the eggs; stir well with a wooden spoon. Add the oil, a few drops at a time, stirring until it thickens. When the dressing is thick, thin it with a little lemon, then add oil and lemon alternately, and lastly the vinegar. When ready to serve, add half a cup of whipped cream if desired.

Mix half of the dressing with the salad, and spread the remainder over the top. -Mrs. E. A. B., Toronto, Canada.

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