Port Wine Demi-Glace Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook until they are soft and translucent.
• STEP 2.Add the port wine to the pan and bring it to a boil. Let it simmer until it reduces by half.
• STEP 3.Add the beef stock, thyme, and bay leaf to the pan. Bring it to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
• STEP 4.Simmer the sauce for about 30-40 minutes, or until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
• STEP 5.Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf from the sauce.
• STEP 6.Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any solids.
• STEP 7.Return the sauce to the pan and simmer for another 5 minutes to meld the flavors together.
• STEP 8.Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
• STEP 9.Serve the Port Wine Demi-Glace Sauce hot, drizzled over grilled or roasted meats.

Cooking Tips

• Use a good quality port wine for the best flavor.
• If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend it with an immersion blender after straining.
• The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few days.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• Reheat the sauce on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
• Serve the sauce hot, drizzled over grilled or roasted meats.