Dijon Cream Sauce
Elevate your meals with this luxurious Dijon Cream Sauce, a velvety blend of tangy Dijon mustard, rich heavy cream, and fragrant shallots that comes together in just 15 minutes. Perfect for drizzling over grilled chicken, salmon, or vegetables, this sauce strikes the perfect balance of creamy richness and zesty flavor. A splash of white wine adds a touch of elegance, while freshly minced garlic and parsley brighten every bite. Whether you're creating a gourmet dinner or adding a special touch to weeknight dishes, this versatile and easy-to-make sauce will take your cooking to the next level.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 medium, finely minced Shallot
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup White wine (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (freshly ground, or to taste) Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon, finely chopped (optional, for garnish) Parsley
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced shallot and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
If using, pour in the white wine and allow it to simmer for 1-2 minutes, reducing slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and gently stir in the heavy cream. Allow the mixture to warm through without boiling, about 2-3 minutes.
Whisk in the Dijon mustard until fully incorporated, creating a smooth, velvety sauce.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Continue to cook the sauce, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately over your desired dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1147 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.1 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 1373 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 183 mg | 4% | |
*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.
