Piquant Herb Sauce Recipe

Name: Piquant Herb Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 small onion, quartered; 2 cloves garlic; 3 teaspoons dried tarragon, lightly crushed; 1/2 teaspoon dried chervil, lightly crushed; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1 cup mayonnaise (Best Foods or Hellman's); 1 egg yolk (preferred) (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Mix first 8 ingredients in blender at high speed until smooth.
2
In small saucepan, stir over medium heat until reduced to 1/3 cup.
3
Strain and return liquid to pan.
4
Stir in mayonnaise and heat until warm.
5
If too thin, beat 3 Tbsp of sauce thoroughly with egg yolk, and add yolk to remainder of sauce (I always add yolk!).
6
Continue to heat, stirring constantly.
7
DO NOT BOIL!
8
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
9
Serve with beef or chicken.
10
Outstanding substitute for Bearnaise Sauce, very easy to make and almost foolproof.

466

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup dry white wine, 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 small onion, quartered, and more.

Yes, Piquant Herb Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Piquant Herb Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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