Cream Tarragon Sauce

Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 garlic clove, grated or minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1-1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon

Directions:

In a saucepan set over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter and add the garlic.  Cook for 30 seconds, do not brown.  Add the wine and cook for 30 seconds to burn off the alcohol; then add the chicken broth, bring to a boil and reduce by half.
Adjust the heat to medium and stir in the cream, honey, lemon juice, salt and pepper.  Simmer for 5-8 minutes or until thickened slightly.
Remove from the heat and stir in the remaining butter and the chopped tarragon.  Transfer the sauce to a pitcher or small dish.