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Simple Au Jus

A quick and easy sauce that elevates your roast beef, sandwiches, and more with rich flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: French
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups beef broth homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 cup red wine optional for depth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Strainer (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, pour in the beef broth and red wine.
  2. Add the soy sauce and minced garlic to the saucepan.
  3. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce.
  4. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it comes to a gentle simmer.
  5. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low.
  6. After about 10 minutes, taste the au jus and add salt and pepper as needed.
  7. If you prefer a smooth sauce, strain the au jus through a fine-mesh strainer.
  8. Pour your delicious au jus into a serving bowl or gravy boat.

Notes

This au jus is perfect for drizzling over roast beef sandwiches or as a dipping sauce for French dip sandwiches.