Cheat’s hollandaise sauce

Ingredients:

• 2 egg yolks
• 1 Tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
• Pinch salt
• ½ cup (125ml) melted butter, still warm
• Pinch cayenne pepper or paprika (optional)

Method

1. Blitz together egg yolks, lemon juice and salt for 1-2 minutes, until the colour lightens slightly. 
2. Pour in melted butter in a thin stream while blending, until smooth. 
3. Season well and add cayenne or paprika, if using.

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