Can I make a hollandaise sauce from mix the day before?

I would like to make a hollandaise sauce from a McCormick mix a day ahead. Will I be able to reheat it and is it safe?
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I don't think it will work... at least reliably work.
Point of reference: I once worked in a restaurant under a frugal French Chef (I know, a redundant term). The only thing that was always thrown out at the end of the night was the Hollandaise, no matter how much was left.
Hollandaise is a delicate chemistry of proteins, fats, carefully applied heat and whisking. Surviving the create with heat, cool down/store, reheat
cycle is a long shot. ..and, as you suggest, there may be safety issues.
Of course the restaurant made Hollandaise from scratch. But I doubt package mix is much more robust. Note these ingredients on McCormick mix:
Those egg solids are going to be delicate, and maybe unpredictable. The lecithin may also bring surprises. The citric acid may also cause issues in storage--maybe breaking protein/fat bonds.
Or, I could be wrong. Maybe the high amount of starch will make the sauce robust. Example: you don't hear of many fruit pie fillings breaking overnight.
I'd spend the money and do a trial run to know for sure.
End Note: Consider Knorr brand Hollandaise mix. I never used McCormick, but I have used Knorr and liked it.
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You can make hollandaise sauce about one day ahead if you'd like. Hollandaise sauce is made with raw egg yolk, so you won't want to keep it any longer than that. To reheat, do so slowly in the microwave in 5 – 10 second increments or on the stove top over very low heat, stirring constantly.Can you make hollandaise sauce day before?
Do Ahead: Hollandaise can be made 1 hour ahead. Transfer to a heatproof container, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and set in a small saucepan of very hot water to keep warm. Whisk until smooth before serving.Can you make hollandaise sauce ahead of time and reheat it?
Make-ahead hollandaise: If you'd like to make your hollandaise sauce ahead of time, prep it up to 1 day in advance & store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat in a double boiler or in 15-second increments in the microwave, stirring well until the sauce is warm.Can hollandaise sauce be kept overnight?
Refrigerating Hollandaise Sauce Refrigeration is a good option if you want your hollandaise sauce to last longer. If done correctly, it can last you for as long as two days in the fridge.How long does hollandaise sauce mix last?
Knorr Hollandaise style sauce can be refrigerated for up to three days after opening. Ease of storage and preparation will save you time, and food waste \u2013 when catering for either small or large groups.The Food Lab: How To Make 1-Minute Hollandaise
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