This herb butter sauce is the perfect addition to any meal. It is simple to make and can be tailored to your liking. The sauce is creamy and full of flavour, making it a great addition to any dish.
Ingredients
– 1/2 cup (120g) unsalted butter
– 1/4 cup (60ml) white wine
– 1/4 cup (60ml) chicken stock
– 1 shallot, minced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
– 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
– 2 tablespoons (30ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1/4 cup (60g) grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Method
1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic, and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
2. Add the white wine, chicken stock, thyme, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until the liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the cream and lemon juice and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Add the Parmesan cheese and parsley and cook for 1 minute.
4. Serve immediately.
Potential changes & improvements
There are many ways that you can change and improve this recipe. Here are some ideas:
– Use different herbs: rosemary, sage, and tarragon would all be great in this recipe.
– Use a different cheese: Gruyere, cheddar, or even feta would all be delicious in this sauce.
– Add some spice: a pinch of cayenne pepper or a teaspoon of Dijon mustard would both be great additions.
What other food it works well with
This herb butter sauce is great with chicken, fish, vegetables, and pasta. It would also be delicious on a steak or in a grilled cheese sandwich.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake when making this sauce is to add the cheese at the beginning. This will make the sauce grainy and the cheese will not melt properly. Be sure to add the cheese at the end, just before serving.
Nutritional Information
This recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving has:
– Calories: 447
– Fat: 41g
– Saturated Fat: 25g
– Cholesterol: 109mg
– Sodium: 506mg
– Carbohydrates: 8g
– Fiber: 1g
– Sugar: 2g
– Protein: 7g
Allergens
This recipe contains dairy, gluten, and eggs.