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Classic Burgundy Sauce

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: French
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 shallot minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups red wine Burgundy if available
  • 1 bouquet garni
  • 1 cup demi glace
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Sauté the shallot in butter over medium-high heat until translucent.
  • Add the red wine and bouquet garni. Reduce by two-thirds.
  • Add the demi-glace and reduce until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  • Season with salt and pepper.