QUICK BASIC BROWN SAUCE

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Provided by James Beard

Categories     Sauce     Red Wine     Fall     Tarragon     Shallot     House & Garden

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 shallots or scallions, finely chopped
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup red wine
10 1/2-ounce can beef bouillon (not consommè)
1 teaspoon tarragon
Pinch thyme
salt, pepper
Beurre manié

Steps:

  • Sauté the chopped shallots or scallions in the butter. Gradually add the wine and bouillon. Let it come to a boil and add the seasonings. Cook down for a few minutes. Add beurre manié to thicken to taste. Let simmer for a few minutes and strain.
  • Variations
  • Bordelaise Sauce: Add a little poached marrow to the brown sauce. Correct the seasoning and add a touch of chopped parsley.
  • Sauce Diablé: Add 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard and a few dashes Tabasco to the brown sauce. Stir well.
  • Sauce Périgueux: Add finely chopped truffles to the brown sauce.

Emmanuel Ayuba
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This sauce is a great way to add a touch of sophistication to any dish. It's perfect for impressing your guests.


K_O_K_O Khan
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I love that this recipe is so simple to follow. It's a great way to make a delicious brown sauce without any fuss.


Ernest Ikechukwu Chinda
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This sauce is a great way to dress up any dish. It's perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions.


L Wilkins
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I've tried this recipe with different types of meat and it's always delicious. It's a great way to add flavor to any protein.


Tushemerirwe Hadijja
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This sauce is so easy to make and it tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Kimberly Cordova
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I've made this sauce several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket.


Ernest pickett
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This sauce is a great way to add a touch of elegance to any dish. It's perfect for special occasions.


Victory Chibugo
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've used it on chicken, pork, and beef, and it's always been delicious.


Rs Ovi
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This sauce is a great staple to have on hand. It's perfect for when you need a quick and easy way to add flavor to a dish.


Seif Salem
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This is the best brown sauce recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Tshokologo Mabope
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I followed the recipe exactly and the sauce turned out perfectly. It was rich and flavorful, and it really made the dish.


Sah Bimlesh
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This sauce is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I will definitely be making this again.


jeannes decor
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand. It's a great way to make a quick and easy meal.


Rj Tuhin
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This sauce is a great way to add flavor to any dish. It's especially good on chicken, pork, and beef.


Sadaqat hussain khair
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I've tried many brown sauce recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's simple to make and always turns out perfect.


Ramesh Singh
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This is my new favorite brown sauce recipe. It's so versatile and can be used on so many different dishes.


Tasnia Binta Hasan
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Followed the recipe exactly and the sauce turned out great! It was rich and flavorful, and it really elevated the dish I served it with.


atkins peter
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This brown sauce recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I used it on chicken and it was perfect. Will definitely be making this again.