Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of homemade peppercorn sauce, a creamy and bold accompaniment that transforms everyday meals into gourmet experiences. With a delightful balance of richness from heavy cream and a kick from freshly cracked black peppercorns, this sauce is perfect for steak, chicken, or even roasted vegetables. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a must-have for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons black peppercorns (coarsely cracked)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 shallots (finely chopped)
- ½ cup beef stock
- 2 tablespoons cognac or brandy
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely chop the shallots.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté shallots until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add beef stock and cognac; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Whisk in heavy cream; reduce heat to low and simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in cracked peppercorns and season with salt to taste; simmer for another minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sauce Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg