Ingredients

1/2 cup white tequila

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

2 tablespoons minced shallots

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

1/2 teaspoon salt

3 turns freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup heavy cream

8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut up, at room temperature (1 stick)

Preparation

Combine the tequila, lime juice, shallots, garlic, cilantro, salt and pepper in a sautJ pan over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce by half. Stir in the cream and simmer for 3 minutes. Whisk in the butter and remove from the heat. Continue whisking until all of the butter is incorporated. Serve immediately.