Hollandaise Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat until it is completely liquefied. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Whisk Egg Yolks
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and a tablespoon of lemon juice until the mixture is pale and thickened.
- 3
Prepare for Double Boiler
Set up a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Ensure the bowl does not touch the water.
Cooking
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Pour the egg yolk mixture into the heatproof bowl. Whisk constantly while slowly adding the melted butter, a few drops at a time, until the sauce begins to thicken.
- 5
Add Seasoning
Once the sauce has thickened, season it with salt and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Continue to whisk until fully combined.
- 6
Adjust Consistency
If the hollandaise sauce is too thick, you can whisk in a few drops of warm water or additional lemon juice to reach your desired consistency.