Hollandaise Sauce

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Looking to elevate your breakfast or brunch dishes? Look no further than this delicious Hollandaise sauce recipe. This classic French sauce is known for its creamy and buttery texture, and it pairs perfectly with eggs Benedict, asparagus, or even roasted vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of whisking, you can create a velvety smooth Hollandaise sauce that will impress your guests.

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Hollandaise sauce recipe details

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The star of one of the first French cookbooks, this tricky sauce is also the star of eggs benedict. Perfect it at home and never stand in line for brunch again.
Ready in: 10 mins

Ingredients

Makes: 1 cup

• 2 egg yolks
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 cup clarified butter (see footnote), melted and cooled slightly
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Preparation method

Prep: 5 mins | Cook: 5 mins

1. Beat egg yolks with salt, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of water in a small saucepan. Set over medium-high heat and stir while the mixture comes to a boil.
2. As soon as the sauce comes to a boil, turn off the heat, but keep stirring. Add butter one spoonful at a time. Serve over eggs or toast.