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Easy Hollandaise Sauce Recipe

This incredibly quick and easy Hollandaise sauce recipe, adapted from a classic cookbook, is perfect for a weeknight dinner! Whip up a creamy, decadent sauce in minutes using either your stovetop or microwave. This recipe is ideal for serving over vegetables, fish, or eggs. Share your experience after trying it!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 99.4 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Easy Hollandaise Sauce

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How to Make Easy Hollandaise Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 8 ounces of velveeta cheese, 1/2 cup of milk, and 1/4 teaspoon of paprika.
  2. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the velveeta is completely melted and smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, lightly whisk 1 large egg yolk.
  4. Gradually whisk a small amount (about 2 tablespoons) of the hot cheese mixture into the egg yolk to temper it.
  5. Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cheese sauce.
  6. Continue to cook over very low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened slightly and coats the back of a spoon (about 2-3 minutes). Do not boil.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (or to taste).
  8. Serve immediately over your favorite hot cooked vegetables or fish.
  9. **Microwave Instructions:**
  10. In a 1-quart microwave-safe bowl, combine 8 ounces of velveeta cheese, 1/2 cup of milk, and 1/4 teaspoon of paprika.
  11. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring every minute, until the cheese is completely melted.
  12. In a separate bowl, lightly whisk 1 large egg yolk.
  13. Gradually whisk a small amount (about 2 tablespoons) of the hot cheese mixture into the egg yolk to temper it.
  14. Return the tempered egg yolk mixture to the microwave-safe bowl.
  15. Microwave on medium power for 1-1.5 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until thickened. Do not overcook.
  16. Remove from microwave and stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (or to taste).
  17. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

22g

Carbs

1g

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