Cabernet Jus for Roast
Elevate your next roast dinner with this luxurious Cabernet Jus, a sophisticated sauce that's as elegant as it is flavorful. Made with bold Cabernet Sauvignon, rich beef stock, and fragrant thyme, this recipe creates a velvety reduction perfect for drizzling over roasted meats like beef, lamb, or venison. The jus is thickened with a subtle cornstarch slurry for just the right consistency and finished with a touch of butter for a luscious, glossy texture. Sautéed shallots and garlic infuse the sauce with aromatic depth, while a bay leaf adds a hint of earthiness. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile accompaniment transforms any roast into a culinary masterpiece. Perfect for dinner parties or indulgent family meals, this Cabernet Jus will be the star at your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 shallot, finely minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Cabernet Sauvignon (or other dry red wine)
- 1 cup beef stock
- 2 fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced shallots and garlic, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant, taking care not to brown them.
Pour in the Cabernet Sauvignon and bring to a gentle boil. Simmer for 5-6 minutes to reduce the liquid by half.
Add the beef stock, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf. Stir to combine, then simmer for another 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Mix the cornstarch with water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the sauce to thicken it to your desired consistency. You may not need to use all of it.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste, then remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf.
Whisk in the remaining tablespoon of butter to give the sauce a glossy finish.
Strain the jus through a fine-mesh sieve into a serving bowl to remove any solids for a smooth sauce.
Serve warm over your favorite roasted meat, such as beef, lamb, or venison.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.6 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 3273 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 520 mg | 11% | |
*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.
