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Beef Jus

A rich and savory sauce made from beef drippings to elevate your roast dishes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: French
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups beef drippings from roasted beef
  • 1 cup red wine choose a nice one for flavor
  • 1 cup beef stock homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Stove
  • Whisk
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Measuring cups
  • Liquid measuring cup

Method
 

  1. After roasting your beef, pour the drippings from the roasting pan into a measuring cup.
  2. Let the drippings sit for a few minutes to allow the fat to rise and skim off the fat.
  3. Return the roasting pan to the stove over medium heat and add the red wine.
  4. Let the wine simmer for about 5-10 minutes until it reduces by half.
  5. Stir in the skimmed drippings and beef stock.
  6. Mix in the Worcestershire sauce and allow the mixture to simmer for another 10-15 minutes.
  7. Strain the sauce through a fine mesh strainer into a serving vessel and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Serve warm with your favorite meats or dishes.