Should Mayonnaise Be Refrigerated After Opening? The Storage Rule Many People Get Wrong

preserve its flavor, texture, and overall quality while reducing the risks created by contamination from used utensils or other foods.

Homemade mayonnaise requires even more careful handling because it may contain raw eggs and does not have the same acidity, preservatives, or controlled manufacturing process as commercial products.

Here is what every home cook should know about storing mayonnaise safely.

 

What Is Mayonnaise Made From?
Traditional mayonnaise is an emulsion made primarily from:

Vegetable oil
Egg yolk
Vinegar or lemon juice
Salt
Seasonings
The egg yolk contains lecithin, which

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