Brennan's Marchand De Vin Sauce

Transform your meals into a culinary masterpiece with Brennan’s Marchand de Vin Sauce, a rich and savory classic straight from the heart of New Orleans cuisine. This velvety, wine-infused sauce combines the holy trinity of Creole cooking—onion, celery, and bell pepper—with garlic, fresh thyme, and robust beef stock for layers of deep, complex flavor. A splash of dry red wine and a hint of tomato paste create the perfect balance of acidity and sweetness, while a golden roux ensures a luxuriously thick texture. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for elevating your favorite steaks, pork chops, or hearty dishes. Garnish with fresh parsley to add a pop of color and freshness to this timeless French-inspired delight. Perfect for dinner parties or indulgent weeknight meals, Brennan’s Marchand de Vin Sauce is the ultimate upgrade for classic comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
• 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup dry red wine
• 2 cups beef stock
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to combine. Cook the flour mixture (roux) for about 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it turns a light golden color.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the red wine, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Allow the wine to simmer for 2-3 minutes, reducing slightly.

Step 6

Add the beef stock, tomato paste, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and reduce the heat to low. Allow the sauce to simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has thickened to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and taste the sauce, adjusting seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Serve the Marchand de Vin sauce warm over steaks, pork chops, or other hearty dishes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1093.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	830.9

Total Fat 49.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 1858.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 12.8g
Protein 12.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 151.1mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1293.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.7%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 28.2%