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Bearnaise

 Related Terms
• bechamel
• emulsify
 
 
Definition: Bearnaise 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)

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

Alternate Spellings: Bernaise

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