Definition: Bernaise is a sauce similar to hollandaise. It's not like a bechamel sauce at all. A reduction of white wine and seasonings is blended with egg yolks until emulsified. Traditionally, the sauce is seasoned with shallots and tarragon.

Pronunciation: bahr NAZ • (noun)

Examples: The slightly seared scallops were served with a Tarragon Bearnaise Sauce.

Common Misspellings: bernaise