Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp. finely chopped shallots
  • 2 Tbsp. sherry vinegar
  • 1/4 c. dry white wine
  • 1/2 c. fish broth or bottled clam juice
  • 1/2 c. heavy cream
  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • salt to taste, if desired
  • freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 1 Tbsp. coarse or Meaux mustard
  • 1/4 c. finely chopped parsley

Method

  • Combine the shallots, vinegar and wine in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Cook until reduced by half.
  • Add the broth and cream and bring to a boil.
  • Cook at a rolling boil about 45 seconds. Swirl in the butter.
  • Add the salt and pepper and stir in the mustard and parsley.
  • Yields about 3/4 cup.