Tyler Florence'S Veal Oscar With Bearnaise Sauce

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   First, make bearnaise sauce.

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   In a small saucepan, combine the tarragon, shallots, vinegar and wine over medium-high heat; bring to a simmer and cook until reduced by half.

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   Remove from heat and set aside.

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   Place a stainless steel bowl over a saucepan containing simmering water, or use a double boiler.

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   Whisk the egg yolks in the bowl until doubled in volume; slowly add the melted butter, continue beating until sauce is thickened.

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   Stir in reserved shallot reduction.

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   Season with salt and pepper, set aside wrapped in a warm spot (makes one cup).

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   Now, make veal.

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   Blanch asparagus tips in simmering water, drain and set aside.

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    Poach crab legs in water, white wine and lemon slices for 5 minutes, then shell with a crab cracker and reserve meat.

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    In a shallow dish combine flour, salt and pepper; coat pieces of veal.

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    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp of butter and fry cutlets 3 minutes each side until golden brown; remove the veal to a warm platter.

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    Using the same pan, melt remaining butter, then stir in shallots and tarragon.

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    Add olive oil, asparagus and crab.

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    Saute 2 minutes to warm.

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    To serve: place asparagus and crab on top of each cutlet; drizzle each with sauce, and serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.