Ingredients

1 cup extra virgin olive oil

1/2 cup butter

1/2 cup lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic

1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots or 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes

1 tablespoon dried parsley

1 tablespoon dry basil

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Preparation

  1. Mix all ingredients in medium sauce pan over medium-high heat.

  2. Bring to a boil and simmer on low for 3-5 minutes.

  3. Serve immediately over pasta or meat as a sauce, or let stand for 30 minutes to cool before using as a marinade.