4 egg yolks
1 c. butter
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. salt
dash of cayenne

Put egg yolks with 1/3 of the butter in the top of a double boiler. Keep water in bottom of pot hot, but not boiling. Stir the mixture constantly. When butter melts, add another portion and as it melts and the mixture begins to thicken, add the rest of the butter, stirring all the time. As soon as the mixture is thick, remove from heat and add seasonings. This sauce is delicious served over vegetables.