Lemon Butter Sauce

Lemon Butter Sauce

from sundaysuppermovement.com
10 min

Creamy lemon butter sauce pairs well with everything from chicken, seafood, and beef, to pasta and veggies! Your family will practically beg you to make this sauce again!

Ingredients

  • 1 lemon
  • 6 Tbsp. butter (divided into 4 Tbsp. and 2 Tbsp.)
  • 1 Tbsp. garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup white wine (or chicken broth)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (or half & half)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    In a skillet over medium heat, melt 4 Tbsp. butter and add minced garlic.

  2. 2

    Cook garlic down for 2-3 minutes, then squeeze in lemon juice.

  3. 3

    Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, before adding white wine (or chicken broth). Stir.

  4. 4

    Simmer down for 2-3 minutes, then add in remaining butter and season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Slowly stir in the heavy cream, and mix well. Serve, and enjoy!