Basil-Butter Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a small saucepan, and add shallots.
2. 2
   Cook briefly, and add basil and vinegar.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil, and cook until reduced to 2 tablespoons.
4. 4
   Add cream, and bring to a rapid boil.
5. 5
   Cook this until reduced to 1/3 cup.
6. 6
   Remove the sauce from the heat, and immediately add the remaining 4 tablepoons of butter, salt and pepper, stirring rapidly with a wire whisk.