Monday, May 3, 2010

141. Mint Bearnaise



Everyone knows the way to a man's heart is via his stomach. Here's a little something to help the journey!

Mint Bernaise

1/3 cup of good white vinegar
1 shallot
6 black peppercorns
4 egg yolks
250 g of butter
1/2 cup of fresh mint leaves

Place vinegar, chopped shallot and peppercorns in pan. Bring to bopil, boil rapidly until reduced by half. Strain liquid into top of double saucepan, add egg yolks, beat over simmering water for one minute. Add melted butter until thickened. Remove from heat, place in blender with mint leaves and blend for 30 seconds.

Serve over a rack of lamb for a delicious meal for a gorgeous someone

Bon appetit!