helps oil and water-based ingredients stay blended together instead of separating.
Commercial mayonnaise is commonly prepared with pasteurized eggs and carefully controlled acidity. This makes it more stable than many people assume. The acidic environment can inhibit the growth of several harmful bacteria, but that does not mean an opened jar should be stored carelessly. (Allrecipes)
Does Mayonnaise Need to Be Refrigerated?Unopened commercial mayonnaise
An unopened jar is generally shelf-stable and can be kept in a cool, dry pantry until the printed date, provided the seal is intact and
