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3 egg yolks |
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1/4 cup water |
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2 tablespoons lemon juice |
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1/2 cup firm cold butter, cut into eighths |
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1/4 teaspoon salt, optional |
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1/8 teaspoon paprika |
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Dash ground red pepper |
In small saucepan, beat together egg yolks, water and lemon juice. Cook over very low heat, stirring constantly, until yolk mixture bubbles at edges. Stir in butter, 1 piece at a time, until melted and sauce is thickened. Stir in seasonings. Remove from heat. Cover and chill if not using immediately. |
