Lemon Butter Sauce

*Lemon Butter Sauce*
Makes 1 1/4 cup

Beautiful when served with Fish and vegetables.  It's not too tart, but if you find it is you can add a bit more sugar to balance it out.  Tartness depends on the size and strength of your lemons.

the juice of one large lemon
120ml of cold water (1 cup)
2 ounces of butter (1/4 cup)
1 1/2 TBS plain flour
1 TBS sugar
fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Whisk together the lemon juice and water.  Melt the butter in a saucepan.  Whisk in the flour and sugar.  Cook, stirring for about a minute.  Slowly whisk in the water/lemon mixture.  Cook and stir over medium heat until the mixture boiled and thickens.   Season with some salt and pepper to taste.  Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.  Serve warm.

Note - you get more juice from a lemon if it is at room temperature.  You can microwave it for about 35 to40 seconds and it will yield even more juice.
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