Blender Hollandaise

An easy version of the French classic

Makes about 1 cup

INGREDIENTS

3/4 cup butter

3 egg yolks

2 T fresh lemon juice

1/2 t Dijon mustard

1/4 t salt

freshly ground white pepper

pinch cayenne pepper, or a dash of hot sauce

METHOD

Melt butter on stove over a low flame. Set aside to cool.

Combine remaining ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

With motor running, slowly pour melted butter into blender and puree until fully incorporated. Once it's combined, mix a few seconds further but only until it's thickened sufficiently.

Serve immediately.