SAGE-BUTTER SAUCE

By akselden

Ingredients

• SAUTE IN I T. UNSALTED BUTTER:
• 3 T. shallot, minced
• ADD AND REDUCE:
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 t. fresh lemon juice
• WHISK IN:
• 4 T. (1/2 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
• FINISH WITH:
• 1-2 t, minced fresh sage
• Salt, white pepper, and
• cayenne to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Saute shallot in butter in a small saucepan over medium heat just until soft, 2-3 minutes, Add wine, cream, broth, and lemon juice, Simmer until reduced by half, 8-10 minutes, Whisk in butter, I T. at a time, stirring constantly. Do not add more butter until previous addition has melted completely.
Finish sauce with sage and seasonings. Keep warm in water bath until ready to serve,