Recipe Tip: White Asparagus with Orange Hollandaise

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Melt the butter, skim off any white foam and let the butter cool down. The melted butter should be approx. 40°C.

2. Step 2

   Put the egg yolks in a bowl and mix with a whisk.

3. Step 3

   Add the warm butter to the egg yolk mixture in a thin, steady stream while whisking constantly. This can also be done in a blender or with an electric whisk.

4. Step 4

   When you have a creamy sauce, stir in the orange zest, orange juice and rum.

5. Step 5

   Season with salt and pepper.

6. Step 6

   Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil.

7. Step 7

   Cut asparagus stalks enough to remove the woody part and then peel the asparagus.

8. Step 8

   Cook in the water for 3 - 5 minutes until the stalks are al dente.

9. Step 9

   Drain and serve on warmed plates with lemon slices, bread and the orange hollandaise.