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Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce

Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce: Elevate Every Meal with Ease

Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce is a quick and easy way to elevate any dish with buttery richness and tangy lemon flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup White Wine Substitute with chicken stock for a non-alcoholic version.
  • 1 clove Garlic Smashed for a subtler infusion or minced for stronger taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Avoid low-fat alternatives for richness.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed recommended for best flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons Cold Butter Add off the heat to prevent splitting.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, combine one cup of white wine and a smashed garlic clove. Place over medium heat and bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes or until reduced by half.
  2. Decrease heat to low and whisk in one cup of heavy cream. Keep whisking for about 5-7 minutes until thickened to coat the back of a spoon.
  3. Stir in half a cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring gently.
  4. Remove from heat and whisk in 4 tablespoons of cold butter one tablespoon at a time until fully incorporated.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately over proteins, vegetables, or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sauce servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor and texture, serve immediately. Avoid reheating as it may cause separation.

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