Melted or Oiled Butter Sauce
A classic Continental-style sauce consisting simply of pure butter gently melted until it runs to oil. Unlike the flour-thickened English 'melted butter' of the era, this is clarified or drawn butter, traditionally served with fish or vegetables like French artichokes. It can be enhanced with a spoonful of capers.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces High-quality butter (Use salted or unsalted depending on preference)
- 1 tablespoon French capers (Optional, drained)
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Instructions
- 1Cut the butter into even pieces and place them into a heatproof sauce boat or small oven-safe dish.
- 2Place the dish in a warm oven (approx. 250°F/120°C) or a warm spot until the butter completely melts and runs to clear oil. Do not let it brown.
- 3If using, stir a spoonful of French capers into the hot oiled butter just before serving.
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