Lemon Caper Butter Sauce

Condiments and Sauces

Makes about 1 cup

Recipe courtesy of Susan Ford

Ingredients:

8 tablespoons unsalted butter, in all
1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
4 tablespoons small capers, rinsed and drained
6 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons lemon zest
1 tablespoon finely minced parsley

Lemon Caper Butter Sauce

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Method:

Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and heat, stirring, until fragrant. Add the capers and lemon juice and bring to a simmer. Stir in the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter one at a time, whisking to emulsify. Remove from heat, and add the lemon zest and parsley. Serve at once.