2 egg yolks
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. warm water
11 tbsp. soft butter
Salt and pepper to taste
MSG, if desired

Combine yolks, lemon juice and water in the top of a double boiler. Bring water in bottom of double boiler to a slow boil. Put top over water and whisk rapidly until mixture doubles in volume. Add butter, one tablespoon at a time, whisking rapidly as you add. When all butter is added, remove from hot water. Season to salt, pepper and MSG, as desired.