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Lemon Sauce For Boiled Fowls

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Lemon Sauce For Boiled Fowls

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Recipe Score · Tried & True
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1 minute to simmer

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1 small lemon, 3/4 pint of melted butter, No. 380.

👨‍🍳 Method

Cut the lemon into very thin slices, and these again into very small dice. Have ready 3/4 pint of melted butter, made by recipe No. 380; put in the lemon; let it just simmer, but not boil, and pour it over the fowls.

📜 From Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management (1861). Public domain.

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Sofia — Weeknight Warrior
★★★★★ 2026-05-08
Everything vintage food writing promises

I tried the Lemon Sauce For Boiled Fowls this week, and I must admit, it was a delightful throwback to simpler times. I expected a mundane butter-lemon mix, but the thinly sliced, finely diced lemon made all the difference. The lemon bits were soft but still had a slight crunch, adding an unexpected textural element to the sauce. It was like a tiny, tangy surprise in every bite. This sauce is perfect for the weeknight cook who wants to elevate a simple boiled chicken without spending hours in the kitchen. I found that it paired beautifully with some roasted vegetables and a side of crusty bread. The key is to have your butter melted and lemon diced ahead of time, making this a breeze to whip up. Next time, I might try it with a pinch of black pepper for a bit of a kick.

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