"EASIEST EVER" HOLLANDAISE SAUCE

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The secret to this easy Hollandaise Sauce is in separating the egg yolks. Remove all the egg whites, as they can thin the sauce. Also, it is best prepared in a double boiler to prevent overheating. Serve over cooked asparagus, broccoli, or broiled tomatoes.

Provided by Sunkist Growers

Categories     Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1/2 lemon, juice of (1-1/2 tablespoons)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 dash white pepper
3 egg yolks

Steps:

  • Cut the butter into several pieces and bring to room temperature.
  • In the top of a double boiler, combine egg yolks, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  • Add a piece of butter.
  • Cook, stirring steadily with a wooden spoon or wire whisk, over, but not touching, boiling water.
  • When butter melts and sauce begins to thicken, add remaining butter, stirring constantly until melted.
  • Continue cooking as sauce thickens, about 2 more minutes.
  • Immediately remove from heat.

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