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Ratio Guide: Bearnaise

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Béarnaise

Yield: Approx. 1 Quart

Shallot, minced

3 tbsp

Dry tarragon (plus tarragon stems)

4 tbsp

Mignonette pepper 1 tbsp 
White wine, dry 3 oz
Tarragon vinegar (or sub. white wine vinegar) 3 oz
Water (to refresh) 2 fl oz
Egg yolks 8 ea (5 oz) 
Clarified butter 16-24 fl oz
Chopped tarragon 2 tbsp
Chopped chervil 2 tbsp
Salt, cayenne, and lemon juice to taste

 


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