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Au Jus Recipe

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Au Jus is a light, flavorful sauce made from beef drippings and broth. It’s the ideal complement to roast beef, prime rib, or a French dip sandwich.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup beef drippings (or substitute with 1 tbsp butter and browned bits from a pan)
  • 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1/4 cup red wine or dry sherry (optional, for depth of flavor)
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for slightly thickened sauce)
  • 1 tbsp water (if using cornstarch)

Instructions

  1. Heat the Drippings or Butter:
    • In a medium saucepan, heat the beef drippings over medium heat. If using butter, melt it until it begins to foam, scraping up any browned bits from the pan for extra flavor.
  2. Deglaze with Wine (Optional):
    • Add the red wine or dry sherry to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until reduced slightly.
  3. Add Broth and Seasonings:
    • Stir in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Simmer and Adjust Flavor:
    • Let the Au Jus simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  5. Thicken (Optional):
    • For a slightly thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce and cook for another 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Strain and Serve:
    • Strain the Au Jus through a fine mesh sieve for a smooth sauce. Serve warm alongside your roast or French dip sandwiches.

Notes

  • If you don’t have drippings, use a beef bouillon cube dissolved in 1 cup of water for added flavor.
  • Au Jus can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove.
  • For a richer flavor, use homemade beef stock if available.

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