Preheat the Pan
Place your saucepan over low heat. Add the butter. Let it melt and foam slightly, but don’t let it brown.
Cook Slowly
Pour the eggs into the pan. They should sizzle gently, not violently.
Let them sit for about 10–15 seconds until a thin layer begins to set on the bottom.
Begin stirring slowly and constantly with your rubber spatula, using a folding motion and scraping the bottom and sides.
Form Curds
After a few minutes, soft, small curds will begin to form. Keep stirring and folding. If the pan gets too hot, remove it from the heat for about 15 seconds, then return it. The process should take 8–12 minutes.
The Perfect Finish