pat's Recipe

Foolproof Hollandaise

Category: SAUCES/MARINADES

The hollandaise can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 days. Reheat in the microwave on 50 percent power, stirring every 10 seconds, until heated through, about 1 minute. You will need an instant-read thermometer to make this recipe.

Makes about 2 cups
12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter , softened
6 large egg yolks
1/2 cup boiling water
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt


Whisk butter and egg yolks in large heat-resistant bowl set over medium saucepan filled with ½ inch of barely simmering water (don’t let bowl touch water). Slowly add boiling water and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened and sauce registers 160 degrees, 7 to 10 minutes. Off heat, stir in lemon juice and cayenne. Season with salt. Serve.