2 egg yolks
1 tbsp. lemon juice
2 tbsp. butter

Place egg yolks, lemon juice, and butter in top of double boiler. Water in bottom part of pot should be hot, not boiling. Stir constantly until butter is melted.

2 tbsp. hot water
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. white pepper (use black if white not available)

Add hot water to butter and egg mixture. Cook, stirring constantly until thickened. Remove from heat. Add salt and pepper. Serve immediately over any green vegetable.