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Peppercorn Sauce

A rich and creamy sauce with a peppery kick, perfect for steak or other meats.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: sauce
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Sauce Base
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
  • 1 cup beef broth low sodium
  • 2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns crushed
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce optional for depth
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch optional for thickening

Method
 

Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
  2. Add the crushed peppercorns and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer, cooking for about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and soy sauce, and let it simmer for another 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. If desired, mix cornstarch with a little water and add to the sauce to thicken further.
  6. Season with salt to taste and serve warm over your favorite meat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gSugar: 1g

Notes

This sauce pairs wonderfully with steak, chicken, or pork. Adjust the amount of peppercorns based on your spice preference.

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