Best 8 Tarragon Cream Sauce For Steak Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our diverse collection of tarragon cream sauce recipes, each offering a distinct flavor profile to elevate your steak-eating experience. From the classic French sauce to modern twists infused with herbs and spices, our recipes cater to every palate. Explore the rich, creamy texture of our basic tarragon cream sauce, the tangy delight of our lemon-tarragon sauce, and the smoky allure of our roasted garlic-tarragon sauce. Discover the perfect pairing for your steak and embark on a tantalizing adventure with our curated selection of tarragon cream sauces.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TARRAGON CREAM SAUCE



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You won't regret putting tarragon's highly aromatic qualities to use in this Tarragon Cream Sauce recipe.

Provided by Kate Merker

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

0.5 bottle (1 1/2 cups) white wine
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 sprigs fresh tarragon, plus 1/2 tablespoon chopped leaves
1 cup heavy cream
0.25 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, over medium-high heat, bring the wine, onion, pepper, and whole tarragon sprigs to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until the mixture is reduced by two-thirds, 20 to 25 minutes, depending on size of pan.
  • Remove and discard the tarragon sprigs. Add the cream, reduce heat, and simmer gently until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the salt and chopped tarragon. Serve over chicken, fish, or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 25 mg, Fat 4 g, ServingSize Makes 1 1/2 cups, serves 6-8, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

STEAK & PROSCIUTTO SKEWERS WITH CREAMY BASIL-TARRAGON SAUCE



Steak & Prosciutto Skewers with Creamy Basil-Tarragon Sauce image

These flavorful bites of marinated steak layered with prosciutto can be cooked on the grill or under the broiler, so they're ideal for holiday parties no matter what climate you live in! The thick sauce is lovely and creamy-use it as a dip, or smear it on a plate and set the skewers over the top. -Elizabeth Nutt, Alpharetta, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 7 kabobs (1 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup dry red wine or beef broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 beef flank steak (1-1/4 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch strips
1 package (3 ounces) thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SAUCE:
2/3 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a bowl or shallow dish, combine the first 5 ingredients. Add beef and turn to coat. Refrigerate at least 4 hours., Drain beef, discarding marinade. Layer 1 slice steak and 1 slice prosciutto; roll up. Repeat with remaining slices of meat., Thread onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Brush with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium-high heat or broil 4 in. from heat until beef reaches desired doneness, 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and cream until blended. Stir in lemon juice and herbs. Serve with kabobs.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 502mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein.

TARRAGON STEAK SAUCE



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I first made this on the Valentine's Day that my husband proposed to me. After he tasted it I think it sealed the deal! It is very elegant when served with steak, and it can also be used on chicken. Very flavorful and simple!

Provided by IAteMyGluestick

Categories     Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup white wine
2 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons crushed dried tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon chervil
dried parsley
3 egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup real butter

Steps:

  • Combine wine, vinegar, and herbs in a double boiler.
  • Cook until it is reduced by half.
  • Scramble the egg yolks and salt in a blender or food processor (I prefer a blender).
  • Add the wine/herb mixture to the eggs in the blender/processor.
  • Now melt the butter in a saucepan until it is very hot bubbly.
  • Turn on the blender/processor, and pour very hot butter through the cork in the blender lid or through the top of the food processor (you must do this while the machine is blending!) This will cook the egg mixture. Whip until everything is mixed and smooth like a mayonnaise.
  • Serve right away, usually on the side for dipping, or you can spoon some on top of the steak.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 720, Fat 75.3, SaturatedFat 46, Cholesterol 466.2, Sodium 1086.6, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.7, Protein 5.2

BAVETTE STEAK WITH CHIPS, TARRAGON & MUSHROOM SAUCE & WATERCRESS SALAD



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Make our budget-friendly steak supper even better with a tarragon and mushroom sauce. Serve it with homemade chips for a cosy night in with the family, or for a special occasion like Father's Day

Provided by Keith Kendrick

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1kg bavette steak , trimmed (ask your butcher to do this)
1 tbsp sea salt flakes
2 tbsp sunflower oil
small bunch of watercress , to serve
4 large floury potatoes (we used Maris Piper), cut into 1.5cm-thick chips
2l sunflower oil
knob of butter , for frying
2 shallots , peeled and finely chopped
1 garlic clove , crushed
250g chestnut mushrooms , finely sliced
200ml double cream
small pack of tarragon , leaves picked and chopped, stems reserved

Steps:

  • Remove the steak from the fridge at least 1 hr before cooking and let it come to room temperature. The steak should have an even 1cm thickness, so lightly bash any thicker areas with a meat hammer or rolling pin. Scatter the salt over both sides of the steak and set aside.
  • To prepare the chips, bring a large pan of water to a simmer and cook them for about 10 mins. Test with a fork after 6 mins - they should be very tender with slightly rough edges. If they're not yet ready, cook for the remaining time and check again. Carefully transfer to a wire rack using a slotted spoon and leave to steam-dry. You want them to be as dry as possible before frying.
  • Next, make the sauce. Melt the butter in a small frying pan until foaming, then fry the shallots and garlic until soft, around 5 mins. Add the mushrooms and cook for 1-2 mins more until they release some of their moisture. While the veg is cooking, bring the cream and tarragon stems to a simmer in a small pan. Pour through a sieve into the pan with the mushroom mixture. Stir, then reduce the heat and continue to cook the sauce until slightly thickened and smooth. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • To fry the chips, tip the oil into a deep pan, making sure the pan is no more than two-thirds full, and ideally with a frying basket. Heat the oil to 180C. If you don't have a thermometer, you can check the temperature by dropping in one of the chips - if it sizzles immediately, it's ready. Deep-fry the chips in batches, making sure you don't overcrowd the pan, for 5-6 mins per batch until golden and crisp at the edges. Tip out of the frying basket onto kitchen paper (or remove with a slotted spoon) and leave to drain. Keep warm in a low oven while you cook the steak.
  • Heat a heavy-bottomed frying pan over a high heat until smoking hot. Pat the steak dry with kitchen paper (the salt will have drawn out some moisture), then drizzle with the oil. Cook for 3-4 mins on each side for medium-rare, or until cooked to your liking. Transfer to a board or plate and leave to rest - keep warm by covering with foil. Pour any resting juices into the sauce.
  • Reheat the sauce, then, using a very sharp knife, carve the steak across the grain into 1-2cm slices (or four equal steaks, if you prefer). Drizzle the sauce over the steak, scatter over the tarragon leaves, and serve with the chips and watercress on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1066 calories, Fat 66 grams fat, SaturatedFat 27 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 56 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 60 grams protein, Sodium 2.3 milligram of sodium

BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH MUSTARD-TARRAGON CREAM SAUCE



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Serve with quartered red potatoes tossed with olive oil, minced garlic, pepper, and salt, and cooked covered in the microwave for about 15 minutes.

Provided by Lizzie Rodriquez

Categories     Steak

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

nonstick cooking spray
24 ounces beef tenderloin, 4 oz each, trimmed, 1-inch thick
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup low-fat sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh tarragon, finely chopped
fresh tarragon, sprigs

Steps:

  • Heat a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle steaks with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Add steaks to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Remove from pan; keep warm.
  • Add dry white wine, sugar, and Dijon mustard to pan; bring to a boil 1 minute stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt, sour cream, and chopped tarragon. Spoon sauce over warm steaks. Garnish with tarragon sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.6, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 102.2, Sodium 681.7, Carbohydrate 2.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 29.4

TARRAGON CREAM SAUCE



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A rich, creamy sauce. Use over chicken, fish, pasta, salad or vegetables. If you don't have fresh tarragon, substitute with dill, basil, or chives.

Provided by HelenG

Categories     Sauces

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups white wine
1 small yellow onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 sprigs fresh tarragon, plus
1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon sea salt or 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, over med-high heat, bring wine, onion, pepper, and whole tarragon sprigs to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until mixture is reduced by at least 1/2, about 25 minutes, depending on the size of your pan.
  • Remove and discard the tarragon sprigs.
  • Add cream, reduce heat, simmer gently until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in salt and chopped tarragon.
  • Yummy!

STEAK FILLET WITH TARRAGON CREAM BRANDY SAUCE



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I bought some thick steak fillets the other night and was going to serve them with a peppered sauce and creamed spinach. I still made the creamed spinach as we have not had it in a while and I knew my hubby would like it as it is a favorite of his. I noticed I had some tarragon to use up and new I would not be making anything to use it in over the next few days, so I came up with this sauce, to utilize it. The sauce turned out surprisingly well and we both enjoyed it very much, instead of cooking the onions I was using up in the sauce. I sliced 2 onions thinly and fried them separately and placed them on top of the steak.

Provided by The Flying Chef

Categories     Steak

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 steak fillets (nice thick cut ones.)
2 onions, sliced thinly
3 tablespoons brandy
1 teaspoon beef stock granules
3 teaspoons french creamy mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
180 ml double cream
120 ml light cream
2 teaspoons cornflour
1 1/4 teaspoons pepper
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped finely (I did a generous tablespoon it was not quite 11/2 but a little over 1.)
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Add sliced onion to a small pan with a little olive oil and cook until onion is soft and browned, can either be kept warm on stove or reheated in a microwave later.
  • Sauce.
  • Add brandy, beef stock and mustard to a pan bring to the boil, whisk to blend mustard.
  • Add garlic and both creams, mix a little water with cornflour, add to sauce stir until mixture boils and thickens, turn down heat.
  • Add pepper, tarragon and juice stir to combine, keep sauce warm on a low heat, on the stove, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin forming over the top.
  • Steaks.
  • Season steaks on both sides with salt and pepper, BBQ, Grill or pan fry until browned and cooked as desired.
  • I like mine medium rare so when I have thick steaks like these, I sear each side for 2 minutes and then place in the oven for 15 minutes at 180°C.
  • To Serve: Top each steak with some onion, pour sauce over and serve with whatever veg and starch you want. I served mine with creamed spinach.

WARMED TARRAGON MUSTARD SAUCE



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This fantastic tarragon sauce is an absolute must drizzled on grilled salmon or steak but also great with veggies, chicken or pork. Fresh tarragon may be used in place of dried (any amount desired). This is similar to the tarragon sauce served in fancy restaurants, you will never eat fish without this sauce again once you have tryed it! Recipe may be doubled.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Sauces

Time 6m

Yield 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/2-1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
black pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan combine all ingredients except pepper.
  • Heat/whisk over low heat until heated through.
  • Spoon warmed, over fish or steak.
  • Sprinkle with pepper and additional tarragon.
  • DELICIOUS!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.6, Fat 43.2, SaturatedFat 24.6, Cholesterol 110.4, Sodium 1172.5, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.9, Protein 8.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh tarragon. Fresh tarragon has a more intense flavor than dried tarragon, and it will make your sauce taste more vibrant.
  • Don't overcook the tarragon. Tarragon leaves can easily become bitter if they are overcooked. Add them to the sauce at the end of the cooking process, and only simmer them for a few minutes.
  • Use a good quality cream. The quality of the cream you use will make a big difference in the taste of your sauce. Use a heavy cream or a crème fraîche for a rich and creamy sauce.
  • Season the sauce to taste. Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for any sauce, but you can also add other spices and herbs to taste. Try adding a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Serve the sauce immediately. Tarragon cream sauce is best served immediately after it is made. It can be reheated, but it may lose some of its flavor.

Conclusion:

Tarragon cream sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to enhance the flavor of a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are serving it over steak, chicken, fish, or vegetables, tarragon cream sauce is sure to be a hit.

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