Indulge in the Decadent World of Béarnaise Butter: A Culinary Journey of Richness and Versatility
In the culinary realm, few sauces can rival the elegance and versatility of béarnaise butter. This French classic, with its velvety smooth texture and vibrant yellow hue, is a symphony of flavors, combining the richness of butter with the tangy brightness of white wine, vinegar, and herbs. Béarnaise butter is a versatile culinary companion, gracing everything from grilled meats and fish to steamed vegetables and even eggs Benedict. Its versatility extends beyond the main course, as it can also be used as a dipping sauce for crudités or as a finishing touch to enhance the flavors of your favorite dishes.
GRILLED RIB-EYED STEAKS WITH BéARNAISE BUTTER
Categories Beef Quick & Easy Steak Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Tarragon Shallot Gourmet
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- On a small plate with a fork blend all ingredients together well and transfer to a sheet of wax paper. Using wax paper as an aid, shape butter into a 4-inch-long log and wrap. Chill butter 1 hour long, or until firm. Bèarnaise butter may be made 5 days ahead and kept chilled, wrapped tightly.
- Prepare grill.
- Bring steaks to room temperature and rub lightly with oil. Season steaks with salt and pepper and grill on a rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals 4 to 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare meat. (Alternatively, steaks may be grilled in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.)
- Serve steaks topped with slices of bèarnaise butter.
BéARNAISE BUTTER
Steps:
- Place shallots, vinegar, half of tarragon, and half of parsley in small saucepan. Simmer over medium-high heat until vinegar is reduced to 3 tablespoons, about 3 minutes. Strain into small bowl, pressing on solids to release any liquid. Discard solids; cool tarragon vinegar.
- Mix butter, lemon peel, and remaining chopped tarragon and parsley in medium bowl to blend. Mix in cooled tarragon vinegar. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using.)
GRILLED SIRLOIN WITH BEARNAISE BUTTER
Enjoy this grilled beef steak recipe for dinner served topped with homemade bearnaise butter - ready in just 20 minutes!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat grill. In small bowl, combine all butter ingredients; mix well. Place butter mixture on sheet of plastic wrap; shape into log. Wrap; refrigerate while preparing steak.
- When ready to grill, carefully oil grill rack. Rub both sides of steak with olive oil; sprinkle with pepper blend and salt. Place steak on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium-high coals. Cook 8 to 12 minutes or until of desired doneness, turning once or twice.
- To serve, cut steak into serving-sized pieces. Top each serving with bearnaise butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 0 g
GRILLED RIB-EYED STEAKS WITH BéARNAISE BUTTER
I love this butter. I usually keep a log of this in my freezer and cut off a piece to top veggies too.
Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Categories Beef
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. For Bearnaise Butter: On a small plate with a fork blend all ingredients together well and transfer to a sheet of wax paper. Using wax paper as an aid, shape butter into a 4-inch-long log and wrap. Chill butter 1 hour long, or until firm. Bèarnaise butter may be made 5 days ahead and kept chilled, wrapped tightly.
- 2. Prepare grill.
- 3. Bring steaks to room temperature and rub lightly with oil. Season steaks with salt and pepper and grill on a rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals 4 to 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare meat. (Alternatively, steaks may be grilled in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.)
- 4. Serve steaks topped with slices of bèarnaise butter.
SAUTEED LAMB CHOPS WITH BéARNAISE BUTTER
Categories Lamb Roast Sauté Christmas Quick & Easy Fall Winter Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Sprinkle lamb chops with salt and pepper. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in 2 batches, sauté lamb chops until browned on both sides and cooked to medium-rare, about 2 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer to platter and tent with foil to keep warm.
- Arrange 2 chops on each of 8 plates. Top each chop with rounded teaspoonful Béarnaise Butter and serve.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the béarnaise sauce will taste. This is especially true for the eggs, butter, and herbs.
- Clarify the butter: Clarifying the butter removes the milk solids, which can make the sauce grainy. To clarify butter, melt it in a saucepan over low heat. As the butter melts, the milk solids will rise to the top. Skim off the milk solids and discard them.
- Use a double boiler: A double boiler is a great way to control the temperature of the sauce. This is important because the sauce can easily curdle if it gets too hot.
- Whisk constantly: Whisk the sauce constantly while it is cooking. This will help to prevent the sauce from curdling.
- Add the herbs at the end: Add the herbs to the sauce at the very end of the cooking process. This will help to preserve their flavor.
Conclusion:
Béarnaise sauce is a classic French sauce that is perfect for serving with grilled or roasted meats, fish, or vegetables. It is a rich, creamy, and flavorful sauce that is sure to impress your guests. With a little practice, you can easily make béarnaise sauce at home. Just be sure to follow the tips above and you'll be sure to create a delicious and memorable sauce.
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