Instructions: In top part of a double boiler, set over barely simmering water, combine egg yolks and shallots, whisking thoroughly. Using sharp point of a knife, scrape vanilla seeds from center of bean into egg mixture (reserve bean for another use). Whisk in champagne and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and cool 3 minutes. Whisk in olive oil in a thin stream and season to taste with salt, pepper and Bayou Blast.

This recipe yields about 3/4 cup.

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