Hollandaise Sauce

• egg yolks3
• water1 tsp
• unsalted butter, pieces1 ½ sticks (170g)
• salt½ tsp
• lemon juice2 tsp
• cayenne pepper⅛ tsp
• white pepper⅛ tsp

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1. 1Melt butter in a small saucepan or microwave.
2. 2Simmer water in a double boiler, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water.
3. 3Whisk egg yolks, 1 tsp water, salt, lemon juice, and peppers in the bowl for 1–2 minutes. 1:00
4. 4Gradually whisk melted butter into the yolk mixture until well incorporated.
5. 5Place bowl over simmering water and whisk for 3–5 minutes until thick enough to coat a spoon. 3:00
6. 6If the sauce separates or thickens too much, whisk in small amounts of hot water to correct.