This less time-consuming technique is a more fail-safe method to achieve the same rich, creamy result. The gentle heating of the eggs and butter together in conjunction with the whisking brings this silky and luxurious emulsified sauce together.
Yield: 1 cup
Active Time: 15 minutes
Start to Finish: 15 minutes
For this recipe you’ll need:
Place the yolks, water, vinegar and butter in a slope-sided saucier pan.
Place over medium low heat and whisk until the butter melts. Continue to whisk until the sauce becomes thick and is steaming, about 5 minutes.
Remove the sauce from the heat, fold in the tarragon and season with salt and pepper to taste..
Serve warm.