Rich Red Wine Sauce

Rich Red Wine Sauce

Indulge in the deep, robust flavors of this classic red wine sauce, perfect for elevating your favorite grilled meats or roasted vegetables. With its velvety texture and aromatic notes of garlic and thyme, this sauce draws inspiration from French cuisine, where wine is often used to enhance the natural flavors of dishes. Whether you're preparing a special dinner or simply want to impress your family on a weeknight, this sauce is sure to bring a touch of elegance to your table.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • Unsalted butter (2 tablespoons)
  • Shallots (2, finely chopped)
  • Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
  • All-purpose flour (1 tablespoon)
  • Red wine (1 cup (preferably a dry red wine))
  • Beef or vegetable broth (1 cup)
  • Fresh thyme (2 sprigs)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it begins to foam.
  2. Add the finely chopped shallots and minced garlic to the pan, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the shallots and garlic, stirring constantly for an additional 1 minute to create a roux.
  4. Slowly pour in the red wine, continuing to stir to prevent lumps from forming. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil.
  5. Add the beef or vegetable broth and the fresh thyme sprigs to the pan. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
  7. Remove the thyme sprigs and season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve the rich red wine sauce generously drizzled over your choice of grilled meats or roasted vegetables.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Sauce • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 150 • Fat: 10g • Carbs: 10g • Protein: 1g • Sodium: 300mg • Sugar: 1g