This elegant butter sauce features a creamy white wine, shallot, and butter base with a touch of saffron for flavor and color, making it a perfect topping for many dishes.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories
516 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Combine shallots, white wine, and vinegar in a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat until the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Whisk in heavy cream, reduce heat to low and simmer until the mixture is reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
Step 2
Remove the sauce from heat and whisk in the butter, little by little, until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add saffron. Keep sauce warm over a double boiler until serving.
Ingredients
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¾ cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
¾ cup heavy cream
¼ teaspoon saffron threads
2 shallots, finely chopped
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
