Shoutout to my lumpy hollandaise that finally came together

Olivia Dixon · 2026-03-03T01:10:33.161158+00:00

I was doing brunch service and totally broke my hollandaise, like it split into a greasy mess. Idk, maybe it's just me but I was ready to start over, but I slowly whisked in a touch of hot water instead. It came back creamy and held for the whole shift, which felt huge after that panic. Small win for not wasting a whole batch, I guess.

shane_smith6mo ago

Held for the whole shift? That quick fix never lasts.

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johnfoster6mo ago

But that trick never holds up for long.

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cameron7246mo ago

Honestly, that hot water trick is a total band-aid. It'll re-emulsify for a minute but it never gets the structure back, so it weeps out fast.

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