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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[file:Brandy_butter.jpg|thumb|Brandy butter]] '''Hard sauce''' is a sweet, rich dessert sauce made from creamed butter and sugar, often flavored with [[brandy]], [[rum]], or other [[liqueur]]s. It is traditionally served with [[Christmas pudding]], [[plum pudding]], [[mincemeat]], and other [[dessert]]s.<br />
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==Ingredients==<br />
The primary ingredients of hard sauce include:<br />
* [[Butter]]<br />
* [[Sugar]]<br />
* [[Brandy]], [[rum]], or other [[liqueur]]s<br />
* Optional flavorings such as [[vanilla extract]] or [[lemon zest]]<br />
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==Preparation==<br />
To prepare hard sauce, the butter is first softened and then creamed with sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. The chosen [[liqueur]] and any additional flavorings are then gradually added to the mixture. The sauce is typically served at room temperature, allowing it to maintain a firm yet spreadable consistency.<br />
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==Serving Suggestions==<br />
Hard sauce is most commonly associated with traditional [[British cuisine]] and is often served during the [[Christmas]] season. It pairs well with:<br />
* [[Christmas pudding]]<br />
* [[Plum pudding]]<br />
* [[Mincemeat pie]]<br />
* [[Fruitcake]]<br />
* [[Gingerbread]]<br />
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==Variations==<br />
While brandy and rum are the most common flavorings, other variations of hard sauce can include:<br />
* [[Whiskey]] hard sauce<br />
* [[Cognac]] hard sauce<br />
* [[Orange liqueur]] hard sauce<br />
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==Related Pages==<br />
* [[Christmas pudding]]<br />
* [[Plum pudding]]<br />
* [[Mincemeat]]<br />
* [[Fruitcake]]<br />
* [[Gingerbread]]<br />
* [[Brandy]]<br />
* [[Rum]]<br />
* [[Liqueur]]<br />
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==See Also==<br />
* [[Dessert sauce]]<br />
* [[British cuisine]]<br />
* [[Christmas food]]<br />
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[[Category:Desserts]]<br />
[[Category:British cuisine]]<br />
[[Category:Christmas food]]<br />
[[Category:Sauces]]<br />
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