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Bear Knees Sauce Recipe

This deceptively named sauce (it's bear-free!) is a creamy, herbaceous delight that's surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for dipping, drizzling, or adding a touch of elegance to your favorite dishes. Get ready for a flavor explosion in just 15 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 121.5 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bear Knees Sauce

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How to Make Bear Knees Sauce

  1. In a 2-cup glass measuring cup, combine the white wine vinegar, vermouth (or white wine), minced shallots, and chopped tarragon.
  2. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until boiling. Stir halfway through.
  3. Remove from microwave and let cool to lukewarm (approximately 10 minutes).
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
  5. Whisk in the egg yolks until well combined.
  6. In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in 30-second intervals on medium power, stirring until completely melted and smooth. Do not boil.
  7. Gradually whisk the cooled vinegar mixture into the melted butter until emulsified.
  8. Microwave the sauce on medium power for 30 seconds. Whisk continuously. If needed microwave in additional 15 second intervals, whisking constantly until thickened but still smooth (about 45-75 seconds total microwave time).
  9. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  10. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

36g

Carbs

0g

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