Ep 11. The French Chef: French Salads- Mayonnaise

In episode 11 of season 1 of The French Chef with Julia Child, titled "French Salads- Mayonnaise," Julia focuses on the art of making mayonnaise from scratch. She introduces viewers to the key ingredients needed for making mayonnaise, including egg yolks, vinegar, mustard, salt, and oil. Julia emphasizes the importance of achieving the right texture for the mayonnaise by adding the oil slowly while constantly whisking. Once the homemade mayonnaise is complete, Julia demonstrates how it can be used to create a variety of classic French salads, including Salade de Champignons, Salade de Tomates, and Salade de Céleri-Rave. Throughout the episode, viewers get a glimpse into Julia's joy and enthusiasm for French cuisine as she explains the techniques and ingredients with her trademark humor and charm. The episode serves as a wonderful introduction to French salads and the versatility of homemade mayonnaise.