Asparagus in Buerre Blanc
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Cooking Time: Servings: 4 |
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Asparagus in Buerre Blanc Recipe. A very simple elegant side dish that takes no time to make.
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Ingredients
asparagus | 3/4 lb | trim the ends |
white wine | 1/2 cup | |
white wine vinegar | 2 Tbsps | |
shallot | 1/2 | diced |
salt | 1/4 tsp | to taste |
white pepper | 1 pinch | to taste |
heavy cream | 1 Tbsp | |
unsalted butter | 1/2 cup | cold and cut into 8 slices |
Directions
- In a small saucepan combine the white wine, vinegar, and shallots.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat and reduce by 3/4.
- Steam the asparagus for 4 minutes and remove to a plate.
- Stir in the heavy cream into the white wine and vinegar mixture.
- Remove from the heat and whisk in the butter pieces one at a time until the sauce is white and creamy. Add the salt and white pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
- Serve with the asparagus on top or to the side.
Notes
The buerre blance can be strained if desired.