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Peppercorn Sauce Recipe

Indulge in Perfect Peppercorn Sauce Recipe for Steak Nights

This Peppercorn Sauce Recipe elevates your cooking experience with a creamy, peppery kick, perfect for steak nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Provides richness and helps in sautéing
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Create a rich, creamy texture
  • 1 cup Beef or Chicken Stock Adds underlying savory flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Provides tanginess and balance
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Enhances umami flavor
  • 1 clove Garlic Enhances overall flavor; fresh garlic preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Brandy or Cognac Adds depth and sweetness
  • 1 cup Whole Black Peppercorns Adds bold pepper flavor; coarsely crushed
  • 1 tablespoon Green Peppercorns Offers a milder pepper note
  • 1 unit Shallots Adds sweetness and depth
  • to taste Salt Enhances all flavors
  • optional Fresh Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • heavy-bottom skillet
  • zip-top bag
  • heavy pan
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Coarsely crush the whole black and green peppercorns.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet and sauté shallots until soft.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Deglaze the skillet with brandy, scraping the bottom.
  5. Simmer brandy, then add stock and simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce, cooking until thickened.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure heavy cream is at room temperature before adding. Always taste as you go; adjusting salt and other seasonings during cooking will ensure a perfectly balanced sauce.

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