Smoked Salmon

Directions

1. 1
   Fry the chopped bacon bits until crisp.
2. 2
   Drain and set aside.
3. 3
   Slice the salmon thinly and roll into tight fingers.
4. 4
   Arrange the salmon and oysters attractively on a bronze serving platter (or platter of your choice).
5. 5
   In a blender or food processor, beat the egg yolks and water.
6. 6
   With the machine running on low speed, gradually add the vegetable oil and lemon juice, beating until smooth and creamy.
7. 7
   Blanch the watercress in boiling water for a few seconds, then, drop into blender with creamed mixture.
8. 8
   Puree until very, very smooth.
9. 9
   Pour the watercress cream into a bowl.
10. 10
    To eat, dip a salmon roll or oyster first into the watercress cream, then into the bacon bits.