Easy, Tangy Hollandaise Sauce
Description
You only need one saucepan and five ingredients to make this easy, tangy hollandaise sauce that will be a welcome addition to brunch dishes.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup very cold butter, divided
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2 egg yolks
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1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 1/2 tablespoons water
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1 pinch ground cayenne pepper, or more to taste
Directions
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Combine 1/4 cup butter, egg yolks, lemon juice, and water in a saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until butter is melted, about 5 minutes. Add remaining 1/4 cup butter and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until butter is melted and incorporated, about 5 minutes. Season with cayenne pepper.