To make hollandaise sauce, you will need the following ingredients: 3 egg yolks, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, a pinch of salt, a pinch of cayenne pepper, and 1/2 cup of melted butter. Here's how you can make it:
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In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, lemon juice, salt, and cayenne pepper.
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Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and whisk constantly until the mixture thickens.
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Slowly drizzle in the melted butter while continuing to whisk until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
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Once the sauce has reached the desired consistency, remove it from the heat and serve immediately. Enjoy your homemade hollandaise sauce!