Egg Yolk Butter Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

Farmer’s Market butter used to thicken sauces for fresh vegetables or pastas.

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Ingredients

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1
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter until it is fully liquefied but not browned. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
2
Whisk the Egg Yolks
In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and salt until they are smooth and slightly thickened.
3
Combine Mixtures
Slowly drizzle the melted butter into the egg yolk mixture while whisking continuously to create an emulsified sauce.
4
Add Lemon Juice and Season
Once the butter is fully incorporated, stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning with black pepper and additional salt, if necessary.
5
Serve
The egg yolk butter can be used immediately to thicken sauces for fresh vegetables or pasta. It’s best served warm.