Eggs Benedict

Real Hollandaise and eggs Benedict:

For the reduction:

• 1 sliced shallot
• 1 large sprig of thyme
• 1 large sprig of tarragon
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp capers
• 4 whole black peppercorns
• 1 small clove garlic
• 2 tsp honey
• ¼ cup white wine
• ¼ cup white wine vinegar
• ¼ cup sherry vinegar
• ½ tsp sea salt

Combine all ingredients in a small sauce pot and simmer. Reduce by half. Strain and cool.

To finish:

• 4 egg yolks
• 3 tblsp reduction
• ½ pound clarified butter
• 1 tblsp chopped chives
• 1 splash tobacco sauce
• 3 splashes Worcestershire sauce

Directions

1. Whisk yolks and reduction over baine marie until thick and glossy
2. Remove from heat, slowly whisk in warm clarified butter
3. Adjust seasoning with tobasco and Worcestershire sauces
4. Garnish with chopped chives