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Super Simple Hollandaise Sauce

Enjoy the delicious taste of Eggs Benedict in your own home with this Super Simple Hollandaise Sauce.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Breakfast
Servings 2 Cups

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 Cup Butter
  • 4 Eggs
  • 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 Tblsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 Tsp Dijon Mustard

Instructions
 

  • Cut butter into 4 pieces and place in a 1 quart glass measuring bowl. Microwave for 45 seconds - 1 minute until the butter is almost melted. Remove from microwave and stir the butter until it is completely melted.
  • Separate eggs, discarding the egg whites and keeping the yolks in a small bowl. Beat the yolks with a whisk or fork, then add to the butter.
  • Add cream and lemon juice to the butter mixture, stirring well. Microwave the mixture on high for 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until it begins to thicken.
  • Remove sauce from microwave and stir in mustard.

Notes

The Super Simple Hollandaise Sauce can be kept warm for up to 2 hours in an insulated container.  Cool the sauce to room temperature, cover, and store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.  To reheat, cover jar with plastic wrap and pierce the top with a knife 3-4 times to vent.  Microwave for 4-5 minutes, stirring the mix halfway through the cooking time.  Do not allow the sauce to boil.
Keyword Breakfast