Caper-Mustard Sauce

By sallycohen

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons capers , rinsed
• 2 tablespoons warm water
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 small shallot , minced (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)
• 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter
• Ground black pepper

Details

Servings 1
Adapted from cooksillustrated.com

Preparation

Step 1

Place capers, water, mustard, and shallot in jar of blender. Heat butter in small heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat; cook, swirling pan constantly, until butter turns dark golden brown and has nutty aroma, 4 to 5 minutes. With blender running, slowly pour butter through opening in lid; process until ingredients are emulsified and sauce is smooth. Return sauce to saucepan and season with pepper to taste. Cover to keep warm.