Monday, October 13, 2014

Au Jus from Scratch

Making lunch meat French Dip sandwiches is so nice and easy, but sometimes I feel guilty about using the au jus from a packet. So, I found this delicious au jus from scratch! It's easy {takes a little time}, not as salty as the packet, and super yummy!

Easy Au Jus Ingredients:
  • olive oil, just enough to saute
  • 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (I use jarred)
  • 1/8 cup white wine
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon flour
Easy Au Jus Directions:
  1. Caramelize the onions in a small amount of olive oil. Add garlic and cook for a minute or two more.
  2. Deglaze the pot with white wine, then add Worcestershire sauce and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
  3. Add beef broth and bring to a light boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  4. Strain broth and then return it to pot. Add flour and simmer an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Enjoy!
*You can leave out the white wine, or substitute apple juice, vinegar or lemon juice.

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